Trial Preparation Assistant LV 1 - 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. There is a current opening for Case Aides in Trial Division. Case Aides provide essential administrative support to the Assistant District Attorneys, Judges, and courts.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

• Retrieve all evidence, property and pertinent documents from court and various City agencies; included but not limited to requesting Giglio Material. underlying documents related to discovery; request/order needed case documents including minutes, medical records etc.
• Prepare and file certain legal documents.
• Maintain file room and filing system for open and closed cases.
• Notify officers/witness via CPR system, subpoenas and/or notice to appear.
• Receptionist coverage
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION:

• An Associate’s degree or a High School diploma/GED and a minimum of two (2) years working experience in a law firm, governmental agency, civic or community organization.
• A valid New York State driver’s license with a minimum of one (1) years of driving experience is required and must be maintained for the duration of employment.
• Familiarity and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with general court services preferred.
• Ability to communicate in a welcoming and professional manner.
• Excellent customer service skills

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/3hZRB or go to https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/ à Locate the "Search open jobs" field à Enter the Job ID 642325.

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.