Communications & Administrative Assistant (Part-Time) - Volunteer Lawyers Birmingham

Volunteer Lawyers Birmingham (VLB) is a nonprofit organization that connects low-income residents of Jefferson County with pro bono attorneys who provide free legal advice and representation in civil matters.

VLB is seeking a part-time Communications & Administrative Assistant to help with regular content creation, outreach efforts, and routine administrative tasks. This is an opportunity to be part of a team providing critical assistance for clients facing civil legal issues involving housing, domestic relations, wage garnishment, estate planning, expungements, and more.

The person in this position will be responsible for updating VLB’s social media, website, and other digital and printed content, as well as providing administrative support for the organization’s senior leadership.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement social media content and strategy

  • Maintain and update the website as needed

  • Create graphics, flyers, and advertising materials

  • Assist with writing articles, press releases, and fundraising appeals

  • Update internal documents and the organizational calendar

  • Assist with routine bookkeeping and other record-keeping

  • Order supplies for the office, off-site clinics and help desks, and other events

  • Provide high-level, professional administrative support for the Executive Director and Management Team

Qualifications:

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills

  • Ability to communicate with a broad range of people in a professional manner

  • Experience with social media content and strategy development

  • Demonstrated writing and graphic design skills

  • Interest in public service and desire to be part of an organization working to increase access to justice

Salary and Benefits:

  • Salary range is $18.00 – $20.00 per hour for approximately 15–20 hours per week

  • Part-time employees are eligible for paid holidays and a hybrid work schedule

Application Instructions:

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to:

Glory McLaughlin
VLB Executive Director
gmclaughlin@volunteerlawyersbham.org

Priority will be given to applications submitted by Monday, July 28, 2025.