DAT Writer - Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County

JOB SUMMARY:

The Bronx District Attorney’s Office is seeking a well-qualified staff whose diverse backgrounds reflect an ability to serve the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community and pursue a safer Bronx through fair justice. The Desk Appearance Ticket/Discovery (DAT) Unit is responsible for processing all DATs issued by the New York City Police Department or other law enforcement agencies in Bronx County. A DAT Writer is responsible for interviewing the arresting police officer, victims, and necessary witnesses to determine if the facts alleged should result in a criminal prosecution by the District Attorney’s Office. Additionally, the DAT Writer is responsible for obtaining the necessary case documents and Initiating Discovery prior to arraignment of the case.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Interview witnesses (law enforcement and civilian witnesses) and address inquiries regarding case status, procedural issues and criminal charges
• Analyze and assess factual scenarios (without taking notes) and prepare legal affidavits
• Obtain all necessary documents and from NYPD and other agencies to aid in case assessment and discovery
• Communicate and obtain any video/digital recordings like body cam video and prepare them for discovery
• Assist with other unit tasks and perform all other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A baccalaureate degree or a paralegal certificate is preferred OR a High School diploma/GED and two (2) years prior work experience in a law firm or a governmental agency
• Minimum one (1) year of legal work experience preferred
• Familiarity with general court procedures, services, and functions
• Computer literacy and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to type proficiently
• Ability to work days, nights, weekends

Note: Due to the necessary service needs of this position, the incumbent will be required to work nights, holidays, and weekends.

To Apply

We appreciate your interest in a position with the Bronx District Attorney's Office. To apply, cut and paste the following link into the browser: https://us.smrtr.io/3fDCd or go to https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/ à Locate the "Search open jobs" field à Enter the Job ID 634328.

Upon your completion of the city application through Smartrecruiter, we will review your application and contact you if you are selected for an interview. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact Recruitment at 718-590-2258 or via email at bxdarecruit@bronxda.nyc.gov.

**LOAN FORGIVENESS: The federal government provides student loan forgiveness through its Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLF) to all qualifying public service employees. Working with Bronx District Attorney’s Office qualifies you as a public service employee and you may be able to take advantage of this program while working full-time and meeting the program's other requirements. Please visit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program site to view the eligibility requirements: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.

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.