The American Bar Association (ABA) was founded on a commitment to advance the rule of law in the United States and beyond by providing practical resources for legal professionals, conducting law school accreditation, developing model ethics codes and more. Today, the ABA remains a member-based organization that works to ensure access to justice for all, a fair legal process, and respect for the rule of law at home and across the globe.

The ABA is committed to service and refining the standards that guide the legal profession. ABA staff are provided multiple types of continuing education and career development opportunities. Your work will help eliminate bias, enhance diversity, and advance the rule of law throughout the US and around the world.

The ABA recognizes the value staff contribute to our success through a generous benefits package that protects their health and their financial security. The ABA's wide array of benefit offerings include 401(k), medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, health spending accounts, supplemental life and disability insurance, prepaid legal programs, and a complimentary membership to the American Bar Association, which offers additional benefits.

Flexible/hybrid work arrangements may be available for residents of CA, DC, IL, IN, IA, MD, MI, MN, TX, VA, and WI. Residency requirements may apply. ABA employees are eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Job Summary/General Purpose of Job

• Manages and coordinates all meeting registration functions, including invoices, refunds, website, and balancing financials; manages Continuing Legal Education (CLE) process; sets up and manages meeting registration area on-site.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities (listed in order of importance and/or time spent)

• Manages meeting registration process, including hiring, training and oversight of contract employees on-site and set up of on-site registration area.
• Manages and coordinates CLE accreditation.
• Designs, sets up and maintains meeting websites.
• Processes and reconciles meeting fees, handles member refunds and requests.
• Analyzes and prepares reports on registration data, including finances, and reports to leadership on meeting trends.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Required Education, Qualifications, Experience

• Bachelor's Degree from four-year college or university (or equivalent experience).
• Thorough knowledge of all Microsoft Office products.
• Website design skills.
• Demonstrated excellence in customer service.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with an ability to multi- task.
• Office management and budget/financial planning experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and members.

Physical Requirements

• Normal Office Condition.

Extent of Travel Required in the Job

• Travel to meetings is required for this position.

• ABA Chicago, 321 North Clark, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America