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 Bronx County District Attorney’s Office has an opening for a Trial Preparation Assistant to support our Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) with all aspects of investigations and trial preparation in the Special Victims Division.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

• Preparation and filing of documents.
• Timely retrieval of documents and records
• Assist in preparing hearing/trial exhibits and discovery for trial
• Compile, analyze, redact, and reproduce case documents.
• Timely conversions of instruments to information
• Retrieve all necessary documents and records from law enforcement agencies, hospitals, and other entities.
• Produce effective communication with different agencies.
• Locate and retrieve property maintained by the NYC Police Dept.
• Perform legal research.
• Engage in witness contact and communication.
• Secure corroborating affidavits
• Prepare orders for Court, including Motion Responses, Legal Memorandums, Search Warrants, Subpoenas, and Orders to Produce.
• Work directly with ADAs on specialty cases.
• Accompany ADAs in court observing, capturing updates, and assisting in Trials.
• All other relevant duties as designated by supervisory.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A baccalaureate degree preferred or a high school diploma with four (4) years of work 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.
• Candidate should possess analytical and problem-solving skills, a sense of responsibility, and an ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and case management software
• Familiarity with general court services and functions.
• Understanding of the criminal justice system used in New York State and New York City is preferred
• Ability to exercise good judgment and strong ethics.
• Exhibit an ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

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/Vdws or go to https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/ à Locate the "Search open jobs" field à Enter the Job ID 590253.

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.