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Special Victims Division Trial Preparation Assistant Lv 2

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City of New York 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

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Qualification Requirements

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 Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Educations website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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 individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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