Clinical Programs Administrative Specialist

POSITION DETAILS

CUNY Law School is looking for an Administrative Coordinator to help support our human rights and social justice work. The Admin Coordinator will support the projects, initiatives, campaigns, and activities that impact the lives of those in need both in New York and internationally by providing support to the Human Rights and Gender Justice Clinic and the Community and Economic Development Clinic at CUNY Law School. Both of these clinics are a part of Main Street Legal Services, Inc. (MSLS), which is the in-house clinical program of CUNY Law. Future work may include assisting other clinical programs under the MSLS umbrella on an as-needed basis.

The Human Rights and Gender Justice Clinic represents victims and advocates on gender-based violence, reproductive rights, sexual orientation and gender identity, economic and social rights, children’s rights, and anti-trafficking work. Our clients come from the U.S. and around the world, including Iraq, Syria, Colombia, Haiti, and the Congo.

The Community & Economic Development Clinic addresses economic inequality in marginalized communities in New York City through litigation, transactional representation, grassroots community advocacy, and policy reform.

This is a terrific opportunity for the candidate who is looking to learn more about how advocates work on local social justice issues and international human rights.

Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean, the Administrative Coordinator will support the activities for the Clinics and the Main Street Legal Services. In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, duties include but are not limited to:

• Provide administrative support for meetings, travel arrangements, process expenses etc.
• Collect data for and prepare and distribute reports and presentations utilizing software such as PowerPoint and Prezi.
• Recommends, implements, and evaluates strategies to improve financial effectiveness
• Assists in policy development and strategic planning/special projects
• Supporting the implementation of new administrative fiscal operations and procedures

This position may require evenings and weekends.

Like other staff in the Law School, you are subject to the same in-person requirements, which entail a minimum of 80% in-person on-campus presence over two weeks. This requirement for in-person work may be higher than 80% based on departmental and divisional needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree and four years' relevant experience required.

Preferred Qualifications include:

• A minimum of three years of relevant work experience or previous work, internship, or volunteer experience working in workers’ rights, human rights, women’s rights, LGBTI rights, or other social justice fields;
• Self-motivated, independent worker who is highly organized, results-oriented, and deadline driven;
• Excellent writing and editing skills;
• Attention to detail, ability to multitask, and prioritize projects and deadlines;
• Computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Provides administrative and program support to an administrative or academic department.

• Oversees department operations and assists management in planning department activities, creating schedules, assigning staff, and preparing and delivering department communications.
• Works with appropriate offices related to personnel recruitment, expediting search activities
• Research coordinates and organizes materials for key events such as promotion and tenure reviews.
• Supervises and trains support staff and student workers.
• Manages budget and coordinates purchasing, accounting, and payroll.
• Provides instructions and basic advice to students, faculty, and others seeking information on department activities, policies, and schedules.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Administrative Specialist

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$76,937–$82,663

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study, and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.jobs, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter.

CLOSING DATE

Applications will be accepted through May 12, 2026.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID: 32151

Location: CUNY School of Law

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study, and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.