The Office of the Bronx District Attorney Recruitment Bureau seeks an engaging and innovative Director of Engagement and Outreach. The ideal candidate would be a highly organized individual who develops, builds, and maintains strong relationships with external partners to achieve the goal of recruiting and retaining exceptional talent while supporting the strategic initiatives of the Recruitment Bureau as it relates to recruiting programs and outreach.



JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Participate and effectively represent the Office of The Bronx District Attorney at internal and external recruiting events

Build relationships by collaborating with key law school and university contacts including, but not limited to career services and student organizations, Bar Associations, and other external partners to create, manage, and maintain comprehensive outreach and recruitment strategies and opportunities that align with office goals.

Provide all levels of BXDA attorneys and professional staff members with appropriate background information to help with recruitment efforts.

Supervise and guide the work of other employees to ensure alignment with the overall vision and mission of the Recruitment Bureau.

Collaborates with the leadership team in developing and executing the recruitment strategy.

Assist in creating communications to promote events and outreach programs.

Contribute/create content for the recruitment’s social media presence.

Performing all other duties as assigned


QUALIFICATIONS:

A bachelor's degree and at least five years of experience in legal outreach/recruitment, marketing, or community engagement preferred.

The ability to communicate well with candidates, hiring managers, staff, and the public.

Excellent interpersonal skills; able to interact respectfully with a diverse population of colleagues and job applicants.

Team-orientated, flexible, and a contributor toward a collegial and collaborative work environment.

Strong organizational, writing, and communication skills (written, visual, and oral), including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Ability to analyze data and provide insights and rationale for recommendations.

Proficiency with social media communication including LinkedIn and the ability to create content using design apps (e.g. Canva).

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required for outreach events and programs.

Strong attention to detail; demonstrating attentiveness to all aspects of a task or process, alert and accurate.

Self-motivated and proactive with the ability to work productively both independently and collaboratively.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Suite Applications and Adobe Acrobat

Ability to work independently and effectively under deadlines.

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.

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.