Editor – State Bar of Michigan (Lansing, Michigan)
About the Role
We’re seeking a skilled Editor to lead high-impact communications that inform, engage, and inspire Michigan’s legal community. This role blends strategic thinking with hands-on writing and editing, ensuring every piece of content—across print and digital—meets the highest standards of clarity, accuracy, and impact.
What You’ll Do
- Lead production of the Michigan Bar Journal, managing contributors, editing content, and delivering each issue on time
- Develop and execute strategic communications plans and messaging
- Write and edit content for web, email, marketing campaigns, and instructional materials
- Supervise and mentor a Communications Specialist and freelance contributors
- Manage workflows, deadlines, and content approvals across multiple projects
- Partner with design/brand teams to align messaging with visual standards
- Maintain editorial guidelines and ensure consistency across all communications
- Identify opportunities to improve engagement and communication effectiveness
What You Bring
- Exceptional writing and editing skills with a versatile voice
- Strong project management and organizational abilities
- Experience leading or supervising content teams
- 7+ years of relevant professional experience
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English, or related field
- Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Asana) preferred
- Understanding of Michigan’s legal community, the mission of the State Bar of Michigan, and relevant legal precedents such as Keller and AO-2004-01
How to apply:
Please send a cover letter (required for candidate consideration) and resume to employment@michbar.org. Salary range $75,000 - $115,000/year.
Human Resources Professional – State Bar of Michigan (Lansing, Michigan)
About the Role
Lead and shape our HR strategy while supporting a positive, compliant, and high-performing workplace. This role is a key member of the Strategic Management Team and will drive initiatives across workforce planning, employee relations, compensation and benefits, and organizational development.
If you are a strategic thinker who enjoys balancing people, compliance, and business strategy, this could be a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
What You’ll Do
As our HR leader, you will direct and coordinate all human resource functions while supporting the long-term strategic goals of the organization.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead HR strategy including workforce planning, staffing, and organizational development
- Manage employee relations, labor relations, and occupational health & safety initiatives
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations and company policies
- Oversee payroll review, HRIS administration, and HR operational processes
- Develop and implement compensation and benefits programs
- Negotiate and evaluate benefits providers for cost and performance
- Lead new employee orientation and all-staff information and open enrollment meetings
- Coordinate training programs and leadership development initiatives
- Serve as retirement plan trustee and administrator
- Assist with departmental budgeting and financial oversight, including payroll and benefits reconciliations
- Support audits including workers’ compensation, retirement plans, and annual financial audits
- Mentor and develop HR staff while providing coaching and HR expertise across the organization
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5–8 years of progressive Human Resources experience
- Accounting or financial management experience required
- Strong knowledge of HR compliance and best practices
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
- Highly organized, self-directed, and able to maintain strict confidentiality
- Energetic, ethical professional with a collaborative leadership style
To apply:
Please send cover letter (required for candidate consideration) and resume to employment@michbar.org. Salary range is $90,000 - $130,000/yr.
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