DAT Writer

City of New York; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

The City of New York, Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County, seeks a Community Associate to support investigations as a DAT Writer. You will interview witnesses, review case materials, and help prepare legal affidavits for discovery, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

You will obtain documents from NYPD and other agencies, handle video and digital evidence, and assist with other unit tasks, with duties spanning days, nights, and weekends as required.

Qualificações

• 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 the above.

Responsabilidades

• Interview witnesses (law enforcement and civilian witnesses) and address inquiries regarding case status, procedural issues and criminal charges.
• Analyze and assess factual scenarios (without taking notes) and prepare legal affidavits.
• Obtain all necessary documents from NYPD and other agencies to aid in case assessment and discovery.
• Communicate and obtain video/digital recordings like body cam video and prepare them for discovery.
• Assist with other unit tasks and perform all other duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Legal work experience

Court procedures knowledge

Microsoft Office

Typing proficiency

Formação

High school diploma or GED

Paralegal certificate (preferred)

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office

Descrição da vaga

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. In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks experienced and enthusiastic DAT Writer.

• Interview witnesses (law enforcement and civilian witnesses) and address inquiries regarding case status, procedural issues and criminal charges.
• Analyze and assess factual scenarios (without taking notes) and prepare legal affidavits.
• Obtain all necessary documents and from NYPD and other agencies to aid in case assessment and discovery.
• Communicate and obtain any video/digital recordings like body cam video and prepare them for discovery.
• Assist with other unit tasks and perform all other duties as assigned.

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Preferred Skills

• A baccalaureate degree or a paralegal certificate is preferred OR a High School diploma/GED and two (2) years prior work experience in a law firm or a governmental agency.
• Minimum one (1) year of legal work experience preferred.
• Familiarity with general court procedures, services, and functions.
• Computer literacy and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to type proficiently.
• Ability to work days, nights, weekends.

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 Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

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.