| Title: | Community Assistant |
|---|---|
| ID: | 902 - 2023388 |
| Experience: | Professional Staff |
| Bureau: | Trial Division |
| Civ. Service Title: | Trial Preparation Assistant LV 1 |
| Salary Range: | $37,398 |
| Division: | N/A |
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 two (2) 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, use the below link or follow the below instructions.
Trial Preparation Assistant LV1- Trial Division
For City employees, to complete your application and be considered for this position, please log into NYCAPS Employee Self-Service (ESS), click on Recruiting Activities > Careers, and search for Job ID 583096.
For all other applicants, please visit www.nyc.gov/jobs/search and search for Job ID Job ID 583096.
Upon your completion of the City application through NYCAPS, 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.
Post Until Filled
**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 DCWP 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.

