Recruitment Coordinator/Administrative Assistant (Legal)
BRONX DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Bronx, NY$62,868 - $75,000 a yearFull Time
Job Description
Recruitment Coordinator/Administrative Assistant (Legal)
BRONX DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Posted On: 02/14/2026
Full-Time
Location
BRONX
No Exam Required
Department
Support Staff
Salary Range:
$62,868.00 – $75,000.00
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Job Description
The Bronx District Attorney’s Office seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Recruitment and Retention Coordinator/Administrative Assistant to support the Legal Recruitment and Retention Bureau. The ideal candidate for this position will provide administrative and operational support to ensure the smooth execution of recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives for Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) and interns. This role requires discretion, efficiency, project management skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide direct support to the Chief of Legal Recruitment and Retention.
Answer Legal Recruitment's main phone line promptly and courteously, identify the caller’s needs, and redirect them to the appropriate party or department for resolution.
Manage and organize the central legal recruitment inbox
Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Legal Recruitment Bureau, including scheduling, filing, and handling correspondence, and perform clerical duties.
Assist with scheduling and coordinating recruitment events, including law school visits, career fairs, panel interviews, and informational sessions.
Maintain applicant tracking systems and recruitment databases; generate reports on applicant flow, hiring progress, and retention metrics.
Coordinate the logistics of candidate interviews, including scheduling, panel coordination, and candidate communication.
Support onboarding processes by preparing offer letters, managing pre-employment documentation, and ensuring completion and compliance of required onboarding forms.
Prepare and proofread documents, memos, reports, and presentations.
Prepares materials and agendas for meetings, takes and distributes meeting minutes, and follows up on action items.
Serve as a point of contact for candidates, law schools, and internal staff regarding recruitment matters.
Help manage recruitment communications, including newsletters, social media postings, and outreach to law schools and professional associations.
Coordinates hiring meeting materials and assists with follow-up efforts.
Track attorney data, including, but not limited to, bar passage and court admissions.
Provide backup support for Recruitment Team members and to special projects as assigned.
Work collaboratively and across the team and other departments of the firm.
Aid the Chief in project management, including, but not limited to, maintaining spreadsheets, coordinating tasks related to internships, hiring, and onboarding.
Coordinate meetings and conference calls.
Draft communications to all levels of staff and outside stakeholders.
Organize and maintain tracking online systems.
Maintains professional standards in all interactions, exercising sound judgment and discretion with confidential information.
All other duties as assigned.
COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.
Preferred Skills
Bachelor’s degree preferred relevant administrative experience may be considered instead of a degree. Minimum of 1–2 years of administrative, HR, or recruitment experience, preferably in a legal or government setting. Possesses superior organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment. Maintain the highest discretion and confidentiality. Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others. Able to work effectively and diligently under pressure. Ability to build rapport with attorneys and professional staff Ability to work at a computer screen for a sustained amount of time Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including being proactive and lead on projects to provide high-quality results. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) familiarity with applicant tracking systems is a plus. Research proficiency a plus. Professional demeanor and sound judgment.
Residency Requirement
City Residency is not required for this position
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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Job ID
770510
Posted until
04/14/2026
Title code
56058
Civil service title
COMMUNITY COORDINATOR
Title classification
Non-Competitive-5
Business title
Recruitment Coordinator/Administrative Assistant (Legal)
Experience Level: Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job level
00
Number of positions
1
Work location
198 E161St Street Bronx N.Y.
Category: Administration & Human Resources
Recruitment Coordinator/Administrative Assistant (Legal)
BRONX DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Posted On: 02/14/2026
Full-Time
Location
BRONX
No Exam Required
Department
Support Staff
Salary Range:
$62,868.00 – $75,000.00
Save
Job Description
The Bronx District Attorney’s Office seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Recruitment and Retention Coordinator/Administrative Assistant to support the Legal Recruitment and Retention Bureau. The ideal candidate for this position will provide administrative and operational support to ensure the smooth execution of recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives for Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) and interns. This role requires discretion, efficiency, project management skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide direct support to the Chief of Legal Recruitment and Retention.
Answer Legal Recruitment's main phone line promptly and courteously, identify the caller’s needs, and redirect them to the appropriate party or department for resolution.
Manage and organize the central legal recruitment inbox
Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Legal Recruitment Bureau, including scheduling, filing, and handling correspondence, and perform clerical duties.
Assist with scheduling and coordinating recruitment events, including law school visits, career fairs, panel interviews, and informational sessions.
Maintain applicant tracking systems and recruitment databases; generate reports on applicant flow, hiring progress, and retention metrics.
Coordinate the logistics of candidate interviews, including scheduling, panel coordination, and candidate communication.
Support onboarding processes by preparing offer letters, managing pre-employment documentation, and ensuring completion and compliance of required onboarding forms.
Prepare and proofread documents, memos, reports, and presentations.
Prepares materials and agendas for meetings, takes and distributes meeting minutes, and follows up on action items.
Serve as a point of contact for candidates, law schools, and internal staff regarding recruitment matters.
Help manage recruitment communications, including newsletters, social media postings, and outreach to law schools and professional associations.
Coordinates hiring meeting materials and assists with follow-up efforts.
Track attorney data, including, but not limited to, bar passage and court admissions.
Provide backup support for Recruitment Team members and to special projects as assigned.
Work collaboratively and across the team and other departments of the firm.
Aid the Chief in project management, including, but not limited to, maintaining spreadsheets, coordinating tasks related to internships, hiring, and onboarding.
Coordinate meetings and conference calls.
Draft communications to all levels of staff and outside stakeholders.
Organize and maintain tracking online systems.
Maintains professional standards in all interactions, exercising sound judgment and discretion with confidential information.
All other duties as assigned.
COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.
Preferred Skills
Bachelor’s degree preferred relevant administrative experience may be considered instead of a degree. Minimum of 1–2 years of administrative, HR, or recruitment experience, preferably in a legal or government setting. Possesses superior organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment. Maintain the highest discretion and confidentiality. Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others. Able to work effectively and diligently under pressure. Ability to build rapport with attorneys and professional staff Ability to work at a computer screen for a sustained amount of time Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including being proactive and lead on projects to provide high-quality results. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) familiarity with applicant tracking systems is a plus. Research proficiency a plus. Professional demeanor and sound judgment.
Residency Requirement
City Residency is not required for this position
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Save
Job ID
770510
Posted until
04/14/2026
Title code
56058
Civil service title
COMMUNITY COORDINATOR
Title classification
Non-Competitive-5
Business title
Recruitment Coordinator/Administrative Assistant (Legal)
Experience Level: Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job level
00
Number of positions
1
Work location
198 E161St Street Bronx N.Y.
Category: Administration & Human Resources
Recruitment Coordinator/Administrative Assistant (Legal)