• Trial Preparation Assistant LV 2- Discovery…

    City of New York (New York, NY)


    Job Description

    The 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 Discovery Compliance Bureau is seeking a Trial preparation Assistant who will perform time-sensitive case preparation functions.

    JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Communicate with and acquire discovery, personnel and disciplinary documents from other agencies such as NYPD, DOC, CCRB, DOI, and other NYS agencies

     

    Compile, analyze, redact, and prepare sensitive disciplinary documents for discovery

     

    Draft legal documents such as Subpoenas, Protective Orders and Motions in Limine

     

    Perform legal and factual research

     

    Travel outside the office to other locations and agencies

     

    Perform a variety of administrative, secretarial and clerical duties

     

    Understand and respond clearly and effectively (oral/written) to complex legal issues

     

    Work cooperatively with a large and diverse staff

     

    Participate in training for office personnel and outside agencies

     

    Perform all other Bureau related duties as needed

    QUALIFICATIONS

    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

     

    Candidate should possess analytical and problem-solving skills, a sense of responsibility, and an ability to work well independently and in a team environment.

     

    Excellent written and verbal interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

     

    Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines

     

    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

    COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057

    Qualifications

    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.

     

    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: $ 51,500.00

     

    Salary Max: $ 51,500.00