JOB SUMMARY:

Every prosecution begins in the Complaint Room. The unit is in operation twenty-four hours a day, seven days per week and support staff will be required to work night, weekend, and holiday shifts. Under supervision, assigned to the Complaint Room, the Case Aide will perform time sensitive case preparation functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Strong ability to multi-task various assignments at one time
2. Exceptional organizational skills and ability to work in a fast paced environment
3. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to organize information in a concise manner.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

4. Process all cases accurately and in a timely fashion
5. Receive all new arrest paperwork from BLAP and separate cases into BLAP/Live or Supporting Depositions
6. Screen all new arrest paperwork submitted to the DA's office
7. Monitor the "arrest to complaint received" time frame in order to ensure that cases are not lingering unnecessarily
8. Obtain criminal history (RAP sheet) of all arrested individuals
9. Draft affidavits based on supporting depositions
10. Handle incoming phone calls, determine nature of call and caller's identity before transferring or taking a message
11. Submit all completed cases to e-arraignments expeditiously
12. Break down folders and prepare for arraignment part
13. All other duties as assigned

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

15. An Associate’s degree preferred 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
16. Familiarity with general court services and functions preferred

Job posted until: Filled

Due to the necessary service needs of this position, the selected candidates will be required to work nights, weekends and holidays.

The Office of the Bronx District Attorney is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion