JOB SUMMARY:

The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County is looking for a receptionist to manage our front desk on a daily basis and to perform a variety of administrative and clerical tasks.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Ability to communicate effectively with members of the public and law enforcement
2. Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail
3. Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
4. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to effectively multi-task
5. Excellent customer service skills
6. Proficient in Microsoft Office particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

7. Receive visitors such as staff, applicants, panel interviews, witness, victims; provide information in a courteous and professional manner
8. Answer all calls at the front desk and redirect calls to appropriate staff members
9. Maintains safe and clean reception area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
10. Notify ADAs about the arrival of Police Officer witnesses and direct them to appropriate waiting areas if necessary  
11. Ability to handle all office work such as Typing, Filing, Xeroxing, Computer data entry, etc.
12. Perform all other bureau related duties as needed and assigned

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS: 

13. Associate’s degree preferred or a High School diploma/GED and two years reception experience in a law firm, government agency, or other professional environment
14. Ability to speak and understand Spanish preferred
15. Familiarity with the  Criminal Justice system and general court services preferred