• File Clerk - Domestic Violence Bureau

    City of New York (New York, NY)


    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.

     

    In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks experienced and enthusiastic File Clerk to join the Domestic Violence (DV) Bureau.

    Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:

    JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

    - Organize and maintain electronic DV files.

     

    - Request and retrieve all physical file from Operations.

     

    - Locate and retrieve all files needed for U-Visa applications.

     

    - Supply files to the Appeals and the Civil Litigation Bureaus when requested.

     

    - File and scan misc. paperwork into the BXDA system.

     

    - Assist Operations in joint projects.

     

    - Property Liaison-Maintains and logs all property needed for investigation and trial purposes.

     

    - 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.

     

    - Assist with various correspondence.

     

    - Assist with other bureau tasks and perform all other duties as assigned.

     

    A NYS Driver's License with at least 2 years driving experience is needed.

     

    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 ASSISTANT - 56056

    Qualifications

    1. There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position. However, the ability to understand and carry out simple instructions is required.

    2. Candidates must be able to understand and be understood in English.

     

    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.

     

    Salary Min: $ 42,092.00

     

    Salary Max: $ 42,092.00