Legal Education - Accreditation Research Associate (Part-Time)
About The Position
The American Bar Association (ABA) is a member-based organization committed to advancing the rule of law by providing resources for legal professionals, conducting law school accreditation, and developing model ethics codes. The ABA strives to ensure access to justice, a fair legal process, and respect for the rule of law. Staff are offered continuing education and career development opportunities, with work contributing to the elimination of bias, enhancement of diversity, and advancement of the rule of law. The ABA offers a generous benefits package including 401(k), medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, health spending accounts, supplemental life and disability insurance, prepaid legal programs, and a complimentary ABA membership. Flexible/hybrid work arrangements may be available for residents of specific states, and employees are eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree from four-year college or university (or equivalent experience).
- A four year college degree, or equivalent work experience is required (Equivalent experience would include at least 3 years working in an environment that requires high level customer service, writing and/or editing).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Software and Desktop Publishing.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
Nice To Haves
- Some JD coursework completed.
Responsibilities
- Implements and coordinates projects, including researching, organizing and preparing documents and materials for the Accreditation Project.
- Drafts, reviews, and edits documents.
- Regularly interacts with staff members; may communicate with internal and external partners to provide support for joint projects.
- Provides input and analysis to support member leaders and management on strategies and procedures.
- Consider and recommend changes as necessary to improve Accreditation Project processes.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- medical
- dental
- vision
- flexible spending accounts
- health spending accounts
- supplemental life and disability insurance
- prepaid legal programs
- complimentary membership to the American Bar Association
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
