HR Assistant

The Kings County District Attorney’s Office (KCDA) ranks among the largest prosecutorial offices in the nation. It is dedicated to creating and executing innovative prosecutorial strategies that align with our vision of maintaining safety in Brooklyn while also guaranteeing fairness and justice for everyone. KCDA presents an exciting opportunity for a potential candidate to join its Employee Services Bureau's Human Resources Unit as an HR Assistant. Responsibilities Provides administrative support to the Chief and Deputy Director of Employee Services/Human Resources. Assists HR staff with administrative support in areas of benefits, onboarding, performance management and recruitment, including filing and maintaining HR spreadsheets. Supports HR staff with tasks such as E-Performance assistance, training coordination, employee verifications, affidavits, employment letters, filing, and other related duties. Provides professional telephone coverage, answering and directing calls, taking messages and disseminating to appropriate parties, and responding to general inquiries. Performs assigned receptionist tasks, such as greeting employees and visitors and providing assistance when necessary. Handles unit scheduling, including arranging candidates for upcoming interview panels; accurately maintains and updates employees’ leave and vacation schedules. Assists with HR special projects, including preparation and compilation of information for job fairs, benefits packages, and all related HR paperwork. Facilitates the replacement of lost or damaged employee or intern identification. Ensures machinery in the unit functions efficiently; places repair tickets for non‑functioning equipment when necessary. Performs all other HR‑related duties as necessary and assigned. Preferred Skills Associate degree with at least two years of professional experience in customer service and administrative duties. Strong command of technology, including proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and similar applications. Excellent analytical skills, work ethic, and attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Exemplary professional demeanor and a positive attitude; ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment. Minimum Qualifications There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position; however, the ability to understand and carry out simple instructions is required. Candidates must be able to understand and be understood in English. 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 Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr