Outreach Coordinator

The Outreach Coordinator works in partnership with Louisiana’s local and specialty bar associations to develop and maintain mutually beneficial relationships which serve Louisiana lawyers.

The Outreach Coordinator provides assistance to help further programming goals of the department and is responsible for management of the departmental website.

STATEWIDE TRAVEL REQUIRED

DUTIES:

Under the direction of the Director of Member Outreach and Diversity assists with duties that further various aspects of the operation of the department.

Intranet management for the Department:

Intranet site navigation, manage tasks in the intranet software, develop site content related to departmental programming and for events or programming of Louisiana’s local and specialty bar associations, communicate with the IT department on technical questions.

Liaison to Louisiana’s Local and Specialty Bar Associations

Establishing and maintaining relationships with Louisiana’s local and specialty bar associations to enhance or expand programs and activities which benefit Louisiana lawyers.

This shall be achieved by:

Making field visits to local and specialty bar associations throughout the state; Developing, planning and executing events or programming that support local and specialty bar associations; Assisting local and specialty bar associations with communication to their membership by providing mailing lists; Maintaining updated contact information for local and specialty bar associations on LSBA database and website; Maintaining a calendar of all outreach activities for the department and on the website; Coordinating sponsorship requests of local and specialty bar associations;Developing content for articles and announcements related to events or programming of local and specialty bar associations; Serving as primary contact for local and specialty bar associations; Handling other liaison activities as the need arises.

Management of Member Services and Benefits for Louisiana Lawyers

Assist with the research and assessment of potential member benefit products for Louisiana lawyers by preparing a detailed summary of the product; Maintain a database of all member benefits and services; Maintain updated service contracts; Website management of member benefits and services so that information is current.

Staff Support Responsibilities :

Assist with departmental programming related to efforts to achieve equal opportunity in the legal profession for women, racial and ethnic minorities, members form historically underrepresented geographic areas, lawyers with disabilities, and all other historically underrepresented groups in the Louisiana State Bar Association.

Handle other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Member Outreach and Diversity such as: preparing correspondence, preparing minutes, coordinating bulk mailings, preparing surveys, conducting research to further departmental programming initiatives, assist with duties related to diversity and inclusion related professional programs that further the work of an LSBA committee; assist with special projects as directed by the Director of Member Outreach and Diversity.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing or other field which would provide a strong foundation for responsibilities of position.

OTHER:

Frequent travel. Travel requires us of employee’s private automobile. Reimbursement is in accordance with the Louisiana State Bar Association reimbursement policy.

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Commitment to excellence.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (including presentation software).

Basic understanding of the components of common web technology.

High level of comfort with social software and other web based technologies.

Strong and proficient writing skills.

Strong member service orientation.

Excellent organizational, verbal and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated aptitude for learning new technologies.

Ability to handle details with accuracy.

Ability to anticipate and complete tasks with little supervision.

Ability to meet deadlines and handle/prioritize multiple tasks.

Excellent typing skills.

Pleasant, courteous and professional demeanor.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Willingness to assist other staff members when necessary.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to Director of Member Outreach and Diversity