Program Administrative Assistant

Salary range: $40,000 – $45,000 (full-time, exempt)

Location: Oak Park, IL - Hybrid (in office Tuesdays and Thursdays)

About Pro Bono Network

Pro Bono Network (PBN) creates flexible pro bono opportunities, removing barriers to attorney volunteerism, to serve people in need. We partner with legal aid agencies in Chicago and throughout Illinois, co-developing projects to match the needs of the clients and our volunteers; more information can be found at We’re a small, mission-driven nonprofit with a collaborative team and a welcoming, flexible work culture. PBN is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff and encourages people of color, individuals who identify on the LGBTQIA+ spectrum, and people with disabilities to apply.

Position Overview

The Program Administrative Assistant provides essential organizational and administrative support, enabling our program and leadership staff to focus on impact. This is a key behind-the-scenes role that is important to ensuring volunteer attorneys are supported, and that cases move forward. This position focuses primarily on supporting the PBN Program Department, but will also include some operational support. This is a 40 hour per week full-time hybrid position, with two days (Tuesdays and Thursdays) in the office. The right candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.

Key Responsibilities

Program Support (75%)

• Database Management: Maintain and manage the volunteer database (Better Impact) and client case management system (Clio). (Training will be provided.)
• Data entry for all cases and clinics in Clio.
• Coordinate volunteer attorney access to case files in Clio.
• Contact partner agencies to request client demographic data and enter into Clio.
• Oversee monthly hour reporting by volunteers in Better Impact, following up to ensure accuracy.
• Conduct regular maintenance of both databases to ensure information is accurate.
• Generate reports regularly to support the program department, development department, and organizational needs.
• Volunteer Management:
• Facilitate annual ARDC (Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Committee) renewals and initial registration, in coordination with each volunteer and each partner agency (training provided) as well as coordinating these forms throughout the year as needed.
• Prepare and submit applications for continuing learning credit, keep records and create certificates (training provided).
• Assist with paperwork surrounding volunteer onboarding and general volunteer communication, as appropriate.
• PBN Correspondence and Meeting Support:
• Answer the general phone line for PBN, monitor and respond to voicemails and PBN’s general email inbox.
• Assist with the annual personalized thank you notes for all active volunteers, and provide additional support to general mailing needs within the program department.
• Coordinate program related meetings and ensure notes are taken and distributed. Support volunteer use of the PBN office or PBN Zoom account for client meetings.
• Assist with the organization and execution of volunteer events and activities.
• Prepare necessary printed materials for trainings and program activities.
• Support the Program Department with events, including communication and logistics.
• Provide onsite support for volunteer events and activities as necessary.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Executive Director Administrative Support (25%)

• Assist Executive Director:
• Manage the Executive Director’s calendar (meetings, calls, and donor & partner visits), sending email reminders and agenda and follow-ups.
• Monitor and organize the ED’s email inbox; flag urgent items, draft responses for routine inquiries.
• Manage office supplies and equipment (including ordering), and organize quarterly office cleaning days.
• Compliance and Record Keeping Support:
• Track filing and insurance renewal deadlines and maintain organized records (no legal analysis required).
• Assemble and submit receipts and reimbursement requests; maintain organized digital and physical filing systems for receipts. Prepare summaries as needed.
• Board and Committee Support:
• Schedule board and committee meetings, including scheduling polls, arranging room reservations and Zoom links, and sending calendar invites.
• Prepare and print all board and in-person committee meeting materials.
• Ensure notes are shared/filed following meetings.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2+ years of administrative, nonprofit, or office support experience preferred.
• Organization: Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with attention to detail.
• Communication: Professional and clear written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
• Tech-savvy: Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Calendar); familiarity with Mailchimp, Canva, and Asana is a plus; comfortable learning new systems (training provided for databases).
• Judgment & confidentiality: Handles sensitive donor, client, and financial information with care.
• Mission-driven: Excited to support access to justice and work in a small, collaborative nonprofit environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $40,000 – $45,000, commensurate with experience.
• Health insurance, monthly device and internet reimbursement, and access to a retirement plan.
• Paid time off and holidays; 12 weeks of paid parental leave after one year of employment.
• Flexible, supportive work culture; remote work 3 days per week.

Application Process:

Email your resume and cover letter with the subject “Application: PBN Program Administrative Assistant” to [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with screening calls beginning mid-February. Our ideal start date for this role is the beginning of April 2026.

PBN is an equal opportunity employer. PBN does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation including gender identity, marital status, disability, religion, citizenship, ancestry, national origin, parental status, military discharge status, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, order of protection status, or source of income; that qualified employees with disabilities will be provided reasonable accommodations necessary to allow them to perform the essential functions of their jobs; and job applicants will not be asked about criminal record or criminal history until an employment interview has been conducted.

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oak Park, IL 60303