Job DescriptionThe Bronx District Attorney’s Office is seeking a well-qualified staff whose diverse backgrounds reflect an ability to serve the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community and pursue a safer Bronx through fair justice. The Bronx County District Attorney’s Office has an opening for a Trial Preparation Assistant to support our Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) with all aspects of investigations and trial preparation in the Domestic Violence Bureau.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Assist the Compliant room in identifying and screening Domestic Violence cases.-Create and complete DV CR new case assignment spreadsheet.-Update and flag cases in BXDA case tracking system.-Run ARMS Report for legal managers.Draft orders to produce and assist with motion practice.-Prepare ATFs, COCs, statements of readiness, and affidavits of service.-Writs of Habeas Corpus.-Takeout orders.Field work-Travel to other agencies, hospitals, and courts to obtain certified documents.-Retrieve, maintain, and log all property from NYPD.-Coordinate safe keeping of all evidence for trial. -Travel to the Medical Examiner to have evidence tested for DNA.Correspondence/Complainant Contact-Assist with Initial victim contact, introductory letters, contact victims/witness and provide a status update on cases.-Prepare letters and mail Orders of Protection to witnesses, defense counsel, and legal staff daily.-Scan and distribute correspondence to the assigned Professional Staff Team Members and assigned Assistant District Attorneys.-Draft and mail Notices to Appear to victims and or witnesses. Subpoena Compliance-Subpoena phone records, internet history, and social media content from various carriers and tech companies.-Draft, serve and follow up on subpoenas to various Hospitals and Healthcare facilities.-Assist in obtaining missing discovery, i.e.DD5s. PO memo book entries, etc.-Submit requests for 911/Radio runs (ICAD) to NYPD.-Notify NYPD personnel for discovery, hearing and trial purposes.-Subpoena FDNY records- i.e., Ambulance Call Reports (ACRs)-Subpoena doctors and or healthcare personnel to testify at trial.Court Coverage-Provide backup coverage for DVM TPA, including drafting electronic orders of protections in the WEBDV database.-Obtain certified court documents.-Pick up/drop off status sheets to court, when needed.Assist with other bureau tasks and perform all other duties as assigned.-Provide coverage for front desk reception-Greet, screen, and log in all visitors and cover front desk reception, as needed.-Make referrals to Crime Victims' Assistance Bureau (CVAB) and Family Justice Center (FJC).QUALIFICATIONS:An Associate’s degree or a High School diploma/GED and a minimum of two (2) years working experience in a law firm, governmental agency, civic or community organization.A valid New York State driver’s license with a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience is required and must be maintained for the duration of employmentFamiliarity and experience with Microsoft Word and ExcelExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentFamiliarity with general court services preferredAbility to communicate in a welcoming and professional mannerExcellent customer service skillsQualifications
There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position. However, the ability to understand and carry out simple instructions is required.
Candidates must be able to understand and be understood in English.
Additional InformationThe 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.