Special Victims Division Trial Preparation Assistant Lv 2
Special Victims Division Trial Preparation Assistant Lv 2
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Job Description
The Office of the District Attorney Bronx County (BXDA) is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community. By Pursuing Justice with Integrity the BXDA places a focus on assistance for crime victims while simultaneously ensuring fairness to defendants. Moreover the BXDA aims to balance the need to seek appropriate punishment for certain crimes while recognizing when punitive measures do not adequately advance justice. By recognizing these significant distinctions and acting accordingly BXDA has established a standard of excellence in the representation of the Bronx community at large which continues to grow stronger every day.
The Bronx County District Attorneys 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:
Preparation and filing of documents
Timely retrieval of documents and records
Assist in preparing hearing/trial exhibits & 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 entitles
Produce effective communication with different agencies
Locate and retrieve property maintained by 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 drivers 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
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057
Qualifications :
Qualification Requirements
1. High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or
2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to 1 above.
Additional Information :
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 individuals sex race color ethnicity national origin age religion disability sexual orientation veteran status gender identity or pregnancy.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
