Illinois Legal Aid Online is associated with The Chicago Bar Association, one of the oldest and most active metropolitan bar associations in the United States. They are seeking a Committee and Membership Coordinator to foster engagement among committee leaders and members, coordinating meetings and assisting with inquiries to ensure smooth committee operations.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain the calendar and scheduling for all CBA and YLS committee meetings
- Maintain committee rosters and distribute updates to committee leadership
- Create and maintain online registration pages for committee events on the website and determine MCLE eligibility
- Distribute meeting notices and upload materials for committee meetings
- Coordinate meeting logistics, including AV and other arrangements
- Assist with planning and coordination of special committee events and functions
- Support annual committee registration, including processing changes and updating rosters
- Respond to member inquiries regarding committees, meetings, and registration
- Troubleshoot issues related to committee meetings and operations
- Coordinate committee leadership transitions and annual chair/vice-chair orientation, including updating the committee chair handbook
- Prepare year-end committee service reports
- Provide general customer service support, including answering CBA phone calls and emails
- Assist with additional projects as assigned
Skills
- Recent graduates interested in nonprofit management, event planning, or membership organizations are also encouraged to apply
- Entry-level role: minimum 0-2 years of professional experience in customer service, membership organizations, events, or administrative coordination preferred
- Strong customer service and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data management platforms; familiarity with iMIS is a plus
- High attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with members and colleagues
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals
- Ability to produce accurate, professional work with minimal errors
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure while responding to multiple member inquiries in a timely manner
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Options for 401k and Roth 401k retirement accounts
- Holiday, vacation, and sick time
Company Overview
Illinois Legal Aid Online is a nonprofit organization that provides legal assistance and advice for people who cannot afford a lawyer. It was founded in 2001, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://www.illinoislegalaid.org/.