Discovery Specialist

Manhattan DA
New York, NY
Category Social Services
Job Description
Role Overview

The Discovery Specialist provides highly skilled support to the Case Management Services department and the office, assisting with the prosecution of crimes in Manhattan and beyond. The department works with other criminal justice stakeholders, such as the NYPD, The Unified Court System of New York, and various non-profits.

What You Will Do

Responsibilities include liaising between the office and the Grand Jury Wardens, Clerks Office, and Court Clerks, utilizing the Court Event Entry program to enter Grand Jury events, and creating Supreme Court jackets.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have excellent organization, communication, time management, writing, and creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and interact with all levels of staff and outside visitors.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college
  • Ability to work overtime on short notice
  • Excellent organization, communication, time management, writing, and creative problem-solving skills
  • Strong attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy
  • Ability to update and edit existing proprietary databases
  • Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workflow
  • Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures, and guidelines
  • Literacy in computer applications, Microsoft Suite; Excel required; knowledge of SQL, CIS, and other City oriented systems
  • Proficiency in Internet search strategies and techniques
  • Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment, detail oriented and self-motivated and able to multi-task
  • Ability to interact with all levels of staff, law enforcement representatives, and outside visitors

Benefits

  • Public Svc Loan Forgiveness
  • Federal loan forgiveness programs
  • State repayment assistance programs
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