The Law Department's Personnel Unit coordinates the recruitment of support professionals, such as Assessors, Auditors, Bookkeepers, Clerical Staff, College Aides, Legal Secretaries, Paralegals, and Technical Staff.

Although the Law Department accepts resume submissions, the vast majority of support professional positions are filled through Civil Service examinations. Accordingly, applicants also should refer to the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services for detailed information on civil service examinations.
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Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter stating the salary requirement and position of interest to:
Dawn Besthoff
Director of Human Resources
New York City Law Department
100 Church Street, Fifth Floor
New York, N.Y. 10007

Appointees to support professional positions must become residents of the City of New York within 90 days of their appointments.

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