Appeals Bureau: Trial Preparation Assistant, Level I

Company Description

Job Description

The Bronx District Attorney’s Office is seeking a well-qualified staff whose diverse backgrounds reflect an ability to serve the 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community and pursue a safer Bronx through fair justice. The Bronx District Attorney is seeking two Attorney Assistants (TPA 1) to assist Appeals Bureau Assistant District Attorneys with post-conviction matters.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Manage and maintain digital case files and mental hygiene tracking database.

- Process defense requests for hearing and trial exhibits and maintain exhibit database.

- Prepare and deliver documents for postal service mailing.

- Request and track down court transcripts.

- Obtain and file orders to produce.

- Provide clerical support to paralegals, including data entry, filing, and case management.

- Retrieve court and prosecution files.

- Assist paralegals in preparing court exhibits, discovery materials, and related documents.

- Help paralegals prepare court orders, motions, subpoenas, and other legal documents.

- Maintain various Appeals Bureau databases and calendars.

- All other duties as assigned.



PREFERRED SKILLS:

- High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s or associate degree preferred.

- A valid New York State driver’s license with a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience within and outside the five boroughs is required and must be maintained for the duration of employment.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.

- Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

- Ability to work independently and proactively.

- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work.

- Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with court staff, agency staff, and external agency staff.

- Desire to contribute to the success of the Appeals professional staff team.




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.