Deputy Director of Human Resources

About the role

The Kings County District Attorney’s Office (KCDA) seeks a Deputy Director for its Human Resources Unit/Employee Services. This role requires a strong background in HR management, preferably with City experience.

Responsibilities

• Represent KCDA at City government meetings.
• Facilitate relationships with oversight agencies like DCAS, OLR, OPA, and labor unions.
• Oversee all recruitment processes, including job postings and civil service hiring pools.
• Manage the interview and selection process using NYCAPS e-hire platform Smart Recruiter.
• Ensure accurate NYCAPS data entry for personnel transactions.
• Onboard new employees, interns, consultants, volunteers, and 211/212 candidates.
• Organize and manage performance management training for legal and non-legal staff.
• Manage job classifications, draft justification documents, and attend classification hearings.
• Facilitate meetings and troubleshoot HR-related issues.
• Perform other related HR management tasks as needed.

Requirements

• A master's degree from an accredited institution with at least ten (10) years of HR management experience - City experience preferred.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with at least fifteen (15) years of HR management experience - City experience preferred.
• Possession of HR and EEO certifications and versatility in the areas.

Preferred Skills

• Structured interviewing knowledge.
• Knowledge of Civil Service laws and policies.
• Experience interfacing with unions.
• Knowledge of City personnel rules, policies, and processes.

Benefits

Salary range: $118,873.00 – $145,000.00

Schedule

Full-time position