Trial Preparation Assistant, Level II - Trial Division (TB 30)

Cityofnewyork; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid annual leave

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Pension

Job summary

The City of New York invites applications for the Community Associate role (56057) to support Bronx County District Attorney7s Office with case document handling, discovery preparation, and witness coordination. Responsibilities include filing, retrieval, legal research, and assisting ADAs in trials.

The position requires a NYS driver7s license with driving experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent with three years of related experience.
• Valid New York State driver7s license with at least two years driving experience.
• Ability to handle highly confidential investigations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with general court services.

Responsibilities

• Compile, analyze, redact, and reproduce case documents for discovery compliance and case preparation.
• Preparation and filing of documents.
• Timely retrieval of documents and records.
• Assist in preparing hearing/trial exhibits & discovery for trial.
• Timely conversions of instruments to information.
• Retrieve all necessary documents and records from law enforcement agencies, hospitals and other entites.
• 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 Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) on specialty cases.
• Accompany ADAs in court observing, capturing updates and assisting in Trials.
• All other relevant duties as assigned.
• A VALID NEW YORK STATE DRIVERS LICENSE WITH A MINIMUM OF TWO (2) YEAR OF DRIVING EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED AND MUST BE MAINTAINED FOR THE DURATION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Discretion and integrity

Ability to work in a fast-paced

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

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.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Compile, analyze, redact, and reproduce case documents for discovery compliance and case preparation.
• Preparation and filing of documents.
• Timely retrieval of documents and records.
• Assist in preparing hearing/trial exhibits & discovery for trial.
• 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 Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) on specialty cases.
• Accompany ADAs in court observing, capturing updates and assisting in Trials.
• All other relevant duties as assigned.

A VALID NEW YORK STATE DRIVERS LICENSE WITH A MINIMUM OF TWO (2) YEAR OF DRIVING EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED AND MUST BE MAINTAINED FOR THE DURATION OF EMPLOYMENT.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• 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 driver's license with a minimum of one (1) years of driving experience is required and must be maintained for the duration of employment.
• Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Discretion and integrity to work on highly confidential investigations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with general court services and functions.

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his/her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057

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.

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.