Community Justice Program Specialist

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

City of New York’s Bronx County District Attorney’s Office seeks an experienced Program Specialist to support the Community Justice Bureau’s diversion initiatives. The role focuses on clerical tasks, case tracking, and coordinating with courts and law enforcement to keep operations running smoothly.

As part of a mission to divert justice-involved individuals into treatment programs, you will organize records, draft correspondence, and maintain databases, contributing to efficient court

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree and two years of experience in community work or related duties.
• Or a high school diploma with four years of relevant work experience in law, government, or nonprofit.
• Experience in community work or community-centered activities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of the Supreme Court Problem-Solving Court; assist ADAs in tracking cases and updating orders of protection.
• Maintain and update databases for CPL 730 mental health cases; track statuses and outcomes.
• Assist with drafting and serving court orders and minutes requests.
• Communicate with the Court and Sheriff's Office to facilitate transports.
• Access and manage court and case information across multiple data systems.
• Prepare and organize digital and physical records of diversion materials.
• Provide backup support and cross-train to assist all Community Justice Bureau staff.
• Perform bureau duties including drafting correspondence, updating tracking systems, document prep.
• All other related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma

Job description

City of New York’s Bronx County District Attorney’s Office seeks an experienced Program Specialist to support the Community Justice Bureau’s diversion initiatives. The role focuses on clerical tasks, case tracking, and coordinating with courts and law enforcement to keep operations running smoothly.

As part of a mission to divert justice-involved individuals into treatment programs, you will organize records, draft correspondence, and maintain databases, contributing to efficient court