Role OverviewThe Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County is seeking a Trial Preparation Assistant to aid in all aspects of case preparation from intake to final disposition. The successful candidate will work in the Trial Division – General Crimes Bureau and assist in compiling, analyzing, and reproducing case documents for discovery compliance and case preparation.
What You Will Do
Responsibilities include compiling and analyzing case documents, preparing and filing documents, retrieving documents and records, and assisting in preparing hearing/trial exhibits & discovery for trial. The successful candidate will also work directly with Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) on specialty cases and accompany ADAs in court observing, capturing updates, and assisting in Trials.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The successful candidate will be a detail-oriented individual with excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. They will be proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook, and have discretion and integrity to work on highly confidential investigations. The candidate will also be able to work in a fast-paced environment and have familiarity with general court services and functions.
Requirements
- High school graduation or equivalent
- Three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above
- Valid New York State driver's license with a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience
- 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
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 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
- Pension
- Optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account
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