The New York State Bar Association, a nonprofit professional association, seeks to fill the following positions:
We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefit package. All applicants should send a resume with qualifications, letter of application and
salary requirements in confidence to:
New York State Bar Association
Attn: Human Resources
One Elk Street
Albany, NY 12207
[email protected]
(518) 487-5544 (FAX)
Download the NYSBA Employment Application Here.
Section and Meeting Liaison
Sections are self-sustaining, smaller chapters of
the Association which develop initiatives to support members in various legal
practice areas. Section and Meeting Liaison duties include assisting
sections in achieving their goals and objectives, serving as a communications
liaison, coordinating program and meeting arrangements, and providing general
support. A bachelor’s degree in business,
hospitality or related field, or equivalent experience is required. Three to five years of event or meeting
planning experience is also required. Experience working with executive boards of associations or non-profit
organizations is helpful. Excellent
organizational, computer and written and oral communication skills are
required.
The
position is located in Albany
and requires some travel.
Content and Communications Specialist
The Content and Communications Specialist is responsible
for writing, editing and producing content for NYSBA communications, including
website content, speeches, news releases, video scripts and other communications. The incumbent will also be responsible for
production-related duties such as posting to and monitoring social media, disseminating
news releases, and assisting with the production of the State Bar News. This position requires a minimum of 5 years of demonstrated
success in public relations, journalism or related field. A Bachelor’s degree in journalism,
communications or related field is required.
The successful candidate will be able to handle multiple
priorities, be detail oriented, well organized, and effectively communicate
with NYSBA team members. Project
management skills are a must. Writing samples
will be required.
Marketing Web Design Specialist
The Web Design Specialist is responsible for developing, maintaining and supporting all NYSBA websites. As a key member of the marketing team, the
Web Design Specialist will manage and optimize all web content and share best
practices with stakeholders. The
successful candidate will be a detail-oriented and well-organized team player
and can effectively communicate with NYSBA team members and
vendors. Required Skills include: a minimum
of 2 years of demonstrated success in web design and SEO/SEM; experience
with Wordpress, Unbounce, and Google Analytics; excellent
project management skills, attention to detail, and strong analytical and
problem-solving skills; ability to handle multiple deadlines and shifting priorities. Associate’s degree in marketing,
IT or related field required.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
