Mock Trial Program Coordinator

The Ohio Center for Law-Related Education (OCLRE) is a non-profit organization that provides civics, law, and government programming to teachers and students. The Mock Trial Program Coordinator will manage and develop programs and events aligned with OCLRE's mission, focusing on the Ohio Mock Trial programs for middle and high school students. Responsibilities Plans and coordinates program culminating activities and events, including district, regional, and state competitions Manages communication with constituents and community partners that coordinate local events Prepares and manages program timelines and budgets Organizes and leads meetings with volunteers and teachers to collect feedback, review rule changes, and create materials related to the mock trial programs Collaborates with staff to develop volunteer recruitment strategies and timelines Manage communications with mock trial volunteers, including case and competition committees and competition judges Works with the Director of Programs to organize and facilitate committee meetings with the purpose of developing student case materials, and ensuring program competition rules are written, interpreted, and enforced as fairly and equitably as possible Assists the Director of Programs in the planning and delivery of teacher professional development related to Ohio Mock Trial In collaboration with the Communications Coordinator, contributes content for OCLRE’s website, newsletter, and social media Skills Bachelor's degree or demonstrated relevant work experience Demonstrated ability to appropriately prioritize and manage competing timelines with precision and efficiency Strong attention to detail, ability to track sensitive deadlines, and professionally respond to and resolve issues promptly Commitment to superior customer service and the ability to work successfully with individuals of various backgrounds and diverse communication styles Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to draft complete and concise reports, stories and articles, and other correspondence Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications Commitment to the OCLRE mission and dedication to expanding opportunities for a diverse range of teachers and students served by the organization Educational background or experience in the fast-paced fields of education, law, event planning, and/or communications is a plus Experience with event management is preferred Benefits Benefits package and Paid Time Off (PTO) included 9 paid holidays Company Overview The Ohio Center for Law-Related Education (OCLRE) empowers citizens with an understanding of our democratic system through student programs and teacher conferences, including Ohio Mock Trial and more. It was founded in 1983, and is headquartered in Columbus, OH, US, with a workforce of 2-10 employees. Its website is