Project Coordinator - Legal Access

General Description

This position provides project coordination for the Texas Access to Justice Commission (“Commission”) to increase access to justice for low-income Texans. Helps coordinate initiatives and ongoing programs. Helps with curriculum development and logistics for events and programs. Facilitates communication efforts regarding access to justice programs and efforts, including content development for events, meetings, programs, and other efforts. Involves working with Commissioners, committees, volunteers, stakeholders, legal organizations, and the public.

• Coordinates and supports Commission communications related to access to justice initiatives, including developing and editing content for publications, website maintenance, social media, presentations, and fundraising materials.
• Plans, coordinates, and provides logistical support for Commission meetings, trainings, and events, including agenda preparation, curriculum support, scheduling, and materials management.
• Provides on-site and remote event support, including staffing coordination, meeting support, and logistics.
• Assists with communication and making arrangements for Commission programs and events.
• Assists as required with handling incoming calls and departmental email, screens inquiries, responds when appropriate, and routes matters requiring follow-up.
• Assists as required in coordination of staff travel arrangements and related expenses in compliance with applicable policies.
• Tracks as required project timelines, action items, and deliverables for assigned initiatives and follows up to support timely completion.
• Maintains as required records, calendars, and documentation related to programs, events, and Commission activities, and performs other duties as assigned.

Requires a college education or equivalent. Requires at least two years related work experience. Must be able to handle multiple projects with a high level of performance, attention to detail, and accuracy. Requires exceptional writing, communication, and organizational skills. Requires proficiency with online publication platforms, social media, MS Office and database software. Must communicate effectively and maintain confidentiality. Ability to speak Spanish, prior fundraising experience, and experience with  are desirable.

Prior experience with legal aid or a nonprofit is desirable.