The New York State Bar Association, a nonprofit, professional association, seeks to fill the following positions:
- Chief Technology Officer
- Membership Engagement Specialist
- CLE Program Coordinator
- Social Media Strategist
- Deputy General Counsel
- Assistant to the Executive Offices
- Director of Government Relations
The New York Bar Association is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefit package. Please submit a resume, cover letter and salary requirements in confidence to the e-mail address below.
New York State Bar Association
Attn: Human Resources
One Elk Street
Albany, NY 12207
[email protected]
Currently Available Positions
Chief Technology Officer
The New York State Bar Association, a non-profit, professional membership organization, is seeking a full-time Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for its Albany, NY office. The CTO will provide leadership for the Association’s overall technical vision and strategic planning related to all aspects of the Association’s use of technology. The CTO will manage the Association’s information technology across the organization, help prioritize the Association’s technology initiatives and coordinate the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future technologies.
In addition, the CTO will manage the Association’s IT policies, procedures, and documentation; conduct performance audits; supervise business operations staff; collaborate with departments to develop and maintain a technology plan; provide oversight of all technology outsourcing and procurement; and, oversee the Association’s content management strategy.
The successful candidate will possess excellent oral and written communication skills as well as strong technical knowledge, be able to manage multiple, complex projects, and have the vision to anticipate future technology needs. A bachelor’s degree in computer science is required. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 5 to 10 years of supervisory IT experience at a senior level and demonstrate proficiency with database management systems such as Salesforce/Fonteva, WordPress, cyber security, and Microsoft Office software.
The Association offers a competitive salary and excellent benefit package. This position is not remote, however a hybrid office/remote schedule is available. For consideration, please send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to:
New York State Bar Association
ATTN: Human Resource Dept.
One Elk Street
Albany, NY 12207
[email protected]
Membership Engagement Specialist
The New York State Bar Association, a nonprofit professional association based in Albany, is currently seeking a full time Membership Engagement Specialist to support the activities of our Membership Department.
This position is responsible for creating and developing positive relationships with vendors that provide discount benefits to NYSBA members. The Specialist will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with current member benefit partners, and act as the initial gatekeeper for vendors submitting Member Benefit RFQs by assisting with initial vetting and reference follow-up. They will work with the Marketing Department to increase member benefit visibility on NYSBA webpages as well as through scheduled eblasts and other marketing efforts. The candidate will act as the main point of contact with NYSBA’s media sales partner, and act as the primary point of contact for Annual Meeting sponsors and vendors working with the Marketing Department to fulfill contract deliverables. The Specialist will research other Association Member Benefit programs and identify potential NYSBA benefit offerings. The Specialist will assist with various member engagements projects such as facilitating member retention, recruitment, and engagement initiatives including but not limited to outbound calling for member recruitment/renewal, lead research, and implementing strategies to attract new members and retain current members. Additionally, the Specialist will assist in coordinating membership engagement events and professional development webinars.
The position requires an associate degree and a minimum of 2 years of demonstrated success in member recruitment, event management, marketing, communications, business, or related field. A minimum of 5 years of experience will be accepted in lieu of an associate degree. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. The successful candidate will be able to handle multiple priorities, be detail and deadline oriented, well organized, and possess effective communication skills. Experience with Salesforce/Fonteva is a plus.
The NYSBA offers an excellent salary and benefit package. A hybrid office/remote schedule may be available. Please forward a cover letter along with resume and salary requirements to:
New York State Bar Association
ATTN: Human Resource Dept.
One Elk Street
Albany, NY 12207
[email protected]
CLE Program Coordinator
The New York State Bar Association, a nonprofit professional association based in Albany, is currently seeking a full time CLE Program Coordinator. The position is responsible for assisting in the coordination and administration of Continuing Legal Education programs, video conferences, webcasts, and video replays for attorneys, including preparation and coordination of all aspects of the program marketing and post-program follow up, and serving as liaison to program speakers; and, providing other administrative support to meeting and event planning.
Three (3) to five (5) years of customer service experience and/or event administration or program planning is required, along with knowledge of the Microsoft suite of Office applications and Adobe, strong organizational skills, as well as a pleasant and professional demeanor on the telephone and in person. A High School diploma is required, a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
The NYSBA offers an excellent salary and benefit package. Please forward a cover letter along with resume and salary requirements to:
New York State Bar Association
ATTN: Human Resource Dept.
One Elk Street
Albany, NY 12207
[email protected]
Social Media Strategist
The New York State Bar Association, a nonprofit professional association based in Albany, is currently seeking a full time Social Media Strategist. The position is responsible for implementing and managing strategies for the Association’s social media presence. The Social Media Strategist will serve as a key player in the development of the Association’s social media strategy, produce and post content, and monitor all relevant social media sites. In addition, this position will provide support and training for the social media activities of the Association’s sections and committees, and all other areas of NYSBA operations.
A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, English, or related field, along with three (3) to five (5) years of experience managing the content for a content heavy web site serving a diverse constituency are required. Proficiency in relevant web authoring tools including HTML, XML, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Adobe Pro DC, GIF animation, scripting languages such as JavaScript, multimedia technologies, and data base management is required. The ideal candidate will possess superior communication skills, the ability to manage multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines, and the ability to work in a team environment with members of volunteer leadership. Some travel may be required.
The Association offers a competitive salary and excellent benefit package. For consideration, please send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to:
New York State Bar Association
ATTN: Human Resource Dept.
One Elk Street
Albany, NY 12207
[email protected]
Deputy General Counsel
The New York State Bar Association, a nonprofit professional association based in Albany, is seeking Deputy General Counsel. The position assists the Executive Director and General Counsel in the development, administration, and support of the Association’s legal operations and initiatives with a focus on the creation, review, and implementation of the substantive policies of the Association, presidentially appointed committees, Task Forces, and matters related to the governance of the Association.
Responsibilities also include serving as liaison to assigned committees, conducting legal research and policy analysis, contract review, interpretation of bylaws, responsibility for minutes of committees, and monitoring and implementing legal compliance issues.
Minimum qualifications include a Juris Doctor and admission to the New York State Bar. Three to five years of legal experience in a law firm, or corporate, government, or non-profit legal setting is also required. The successful candidate should possess excellent written and oral communication skills, the ability to gather, analyze and interpret policy, and must be a highly motivated self-starter with strong organizational abilities.
A letter of application, resume, and salary requirements should be sent to:
New York State Bar Association
ATTN: Human Resource Dept.
One Elk Street
Albany, NY 12207
[email protected]
Assistant to the Executive Offices
The New York State Bar Association, a non-profit professional membership organization, is seeking an Assistant to the Executive Offices. The position is responsible for performing a wide range of complex and confidential administrative support duties for the Executive Offices, including the General Counsel, Public Interest, Governmental Relations, and volunteer leadership. Duties also include meeting planning and preparation; preparing minutes and reports; maintaining reference materials and rosters; reception coverage; and, serving as an executive office liaison for members, staff, and Association officers.
The ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter who is organized, conscientious, and has a keen awareness of the confidentiality of the office. A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience serving as an Administrative Assistant at an executive level is required. Proficiency in Microsoft applications and video conferencing software is necessary. Knowledge of Fonteva/Salesforce is strongly preferred.
The New York State Bar Association mandates the COVID-19 vaccine for all employees. Exceptions to the COVID-19 vaccine requirement may be provided to individuals for strongly held religious beliefs or medical reasons. The NYSBA offers an excellent salary and benefit package. Please send a cover letter along with resume and salary requirements in confidence to:
New York State Bar Association
ATTN: Human Resource Dept.
One Elk Street
Albany, NY 12207
[email protected]
Director of Government Relations
The New York State Bar Association, a nonprofit professional association based in Albany, is seeking Director of Government Relations. The position will assist in the development and implementation of the Association’s governmental relations program, including representing the interests of the Association before the New York State legislature, the Governor’s office, State agencies and others, conducting legal research, reviewing legal issues, and collaborating with others to develop and advance concepts for legislative and Association initiatives and policy positions.
Responsibilities also include working with member leadership and colleagues to help develop and advance overall legislative strategy and create content relevant to the membership including articles, blog posts and podcasts, reviewing legislation to find possible areas of interest for Association sections and committees, reviewing all legislation reports, tracking legislation, managing direct reports, as well as assisting Association sections and committees in the development of legislative positions and serving as staff liaison to certain Association committees.
Minimum qualifications include a Juris Doctor and at least six to ten years of experience in the legislative and lobbying field, including successful management of staff. Experience in researching, drafting and developing legislation, and knowledge of the state legislation tracking system are preferred. The successful candidate should possess excellent written and oral communication skills and must be a highly motivated self-starter with strong organizational abilities. The applicant should have the ability to engage in government lobbying activity.
A letter of application, resume, and salary requirements should be sent to:
New York State Bar Association
ATTN: Human Resource Dept.
One Elk Street
Albany, NY 12207
[email protected]