Intake & Outreach Specialist – Civil Rights

Management Information Exchange; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick time

Paid federal holidays

Medical and dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Job summary

The Florida Justice Institute (FJI) seeks a full-time Intake Coordinator to review and respond to requests for legal assistance. The role supports a team of attorneys and paralegals pursuing civil rights litigation, with start date in January 2027 and in-office work several days a week in downtown Miami.

Ideal candidates hold a college degree or two years of relevant experience, show dedication to social justice and racial equity, and possess strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• A college degree or two years of relevant experience is required.
• Commitment to social justice, including representing marginalized individuals, and interest in civil liberties.
• Value racial equity as an operating principle and ongoing learning on race, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Review, organize, code, scan, and save requests for legal assistance and other correspondence.
• Communicate with potential clients and the public by phone, email, and mail with FJI attorneys and paralegals.
• Assist with civil rights litigation phases, including filing, serving, discovery, and calendar management.
• Assist with drafting public records requests and manage responses.
• Perform other administrative and clerical duties as needed.
• Carry out duties as assigned by the intake coordinator’s supervisor.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Analytical thinking

Social justice commitment

Diversity & inclusion

Education

College degree or 2 years experience

Tools

Case management software

Job description

The Florida Justice Institute (FJI) seeks a full-time Intake Coordinator to review and respond to requests for legal assistance. The role supports a team of attorneys and paralegals pursuing civil rights litigation, with start date in January 2027 and in-office work several days a week in downtown Miami.

Ideal candidates hold a college degree or two years of relevant experience, show dedication to social justice and racial equity, and possess strong organizational and communication skills.