Essential Functions and Areas of Responsibility

• Serve as Managing Editor for the Journal, the College’s in-house, award-winning magazine published three times per year
• Serving as Managing Editor for the eBulletin, the newsletter sent to Fellows six times per year.
• Proofread other publications and printed materials prepared by staff and Fellows
• Provide guidance to Executive Committee and other leadership on targeted messages and providing support and editing to various department messages, ensuring consistent branding
• Manage general external messages
• Manage and updating the College’s public website and member-only community site, working with vendors to address any issues
• Monitor and updating social media accounts with appropriate posts
• Troubleshoot questions from members regarding the public site and member-only site
• Create organization press releases, acting as main point of contact for any media requests
• Manage requests for use of ACTL logo
• Develop and maintain an ongoing communications plan

Education and/or Experience Required

• A Bachelor’s degree is required
• Nonprofit or association experience preferred
• A Law degree is a plus.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning, such as participation in a communications-related professional organization.

Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional writing, editing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to be comfortable with communications via print, web, social media, etc.
• Must have a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to multitask and manage many projects at one time, keeping track of cyclical activities while taking on new or unanticipated work.
• Must have strong leadership abilities
• Must be able to effectively work with members and staff of varying communication styles
• Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within communications industry
• Must have demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office and Adobe, and be comfortable learning and working across various database, content management, email marketing, and learning management systems.
• Must be able to balance respect for tradition with innovation and a sense of current issues affecting the practice of trial law, and will help guide the College into a new era of external communication.
• Effective communication with our vendors in these areas will be essential
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality, exercise good judgment, and maintain a positive, collaborative attitude.

Working Conditions

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those the employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; climb stairs; sit; use hands-to-finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee will generally be required to travel for this position, but travel has been canceled until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

As part of a staff of seven full-time employees, this person will report to the Executive Director.

The College’s office is located in Newport Beach, California. Some staff members are currently working remotely due to the pandemic.

The College offers full medical/dental coverage and a generous retirement plan. Salary is commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

Please send a resume, cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications, and a writing sample or example of past work to Human Resources Department at hr@actl.com.

For more information about The American College of Trial Lawyers, visit https://www.actl.com/.

The American College of Trial Lawyers is an equal opportunity employer.