Assistant Director of Professional Development

Professional Development Consortium (PDC); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 137,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York Law Department seeks an Assistant Director of Professional Development in the Executive Division’s Professional and Organizational Development Unit.

This full-time role focuses on evaluating training needs, coordinating CLE-compliant programs, and leading orientation, mentoring, and leadership initiatives for attorneys across the agency.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of legal experience following graduation from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Current NY Bar membership in good standing.
• Experience with CLE compliance and adult learning is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess agency-wide training needs and coordinate the development, delivery, and assessment of CLE-compliant programs.
• Manage Orientation programs for entry and lateral attorneys and coordinate major training programs.
• Lead initiatives to strengthen attorney integration, retention, and engagement and support leadership development.
• Collaborate with divisions and City agencies to expand specialized practice area training and external partnerships.

Skills

Public service

Program design

Communication

Education

ABA-accredited law school

State Bar admission (NY)

Job description

City: New York
State: New York
Remote/WFH: Flexible
Location: MANHATTAN
Full-time
No exam required
Department: Executive
Salary range: $87,737.00 – $188,235.00

Job Description

The New York City Law Department is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Director of Professional Development in the Executive Division’s Professional and Organizational Development Unit. The Professional and Organizational Development Unit plays a central role in advancing the Law Department’s mission by overseeing a broad portfolio of attorney training and professional growth initiatives that support the development of a highly skilled and effective legal workforce. Assistant Directors evaluate agency wide training needs and coordinate the development, delivery, and assessment of CLE compliant programs aligned with adult learning standards and departmental priorities. They manage Orientation programs for entry and lateral attorneys, coordinate the annual Trial Advocacy program, and lead initiatives that strengthen attorney integration, retention, and engagement. The role also supports leadership development, collaborates with Divisions and City agencies to enhance specialized practice area training, and cultivates external partnerships to expand the Department’s training resources. Key responsibilities include managing core professional development programs such as the Coaching Collaborative, Training Consortium, and Mentoring Program; conducting data analysis to support continuous improvement; advising attorneys on CLE accreditation and compliance; and providing subject matter guidance on the Performance Appraisal Process for Assistant Corporation Counsels. This position offers the opportunity to shape the Law Department’s professional development strategy and to contribute meaningfully to the growth and success of attorneys across the agency. It is well suited for individuals who value public service, excel in program design and implementation, and are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional excellence.

Salary Information

• For 0–5 years of legal experience: $87,737–$122,300
• For 5–10 years of legal experience: $122,300–$137,188
• For 10–15 years of legal experience: $137,188–$159,521
• For 15–20 years of legal experience: $159,521–$180,791
• For 20+ years of legal experience: $180,791–$188,235

Work From Home Options

• Flexible Remote Work: Allows limited, irregular work from home days.
• Citywide Pilot Program: Allows attorneys to work remotely on two set days per week, subject to Division approval and staffing needs. Participants must maintain a single designated remote work location, and in person obligations take precedence over scheduled remote days. This pilot is currently being tested across City agencies and is not yet permanent.

Minimum Qualifications

At least two years of legal experience following graduation from an ABA accredited law school and current NY Bar membership in good standing.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York 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.