The Kings County District Attorney’s Office (KCDA) is one of the largest prosecutors’ offices in the country and is committed to developing and implementing innovative prosecutorial strategies that will fulfill our vision of keeping Brooklyn safe while at the same time ensuring fairness and justice for all. KCDA has an exciting opportunity to work as a Clerk.

Under the direct supervision of the managerial staff, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, the prospective candidate will perform the following duties:

- Staff upfront court part with punctual arrival daily.
- Prepare court calendars daily and verify receipt of all files prior to departure to court.
- Ensure missing files including bench warrants are retrieved in a timely fashion.
- Complete daily court calendars accurately and update information in Case Management and Court Event Registry.
- Communicate daily with assigned ADAs the status of their cases.
- Submit subpoenas, orders to produce, and other documents for Judge's signature and return to requestor in a timely fashion.
- Act as a liaison between the office and partnering agencies and entities.
- Maintain accurate records of all cases and their status i.e., pleas, trials, dismissals, acquittals etc.
- Courteously respond to Defense Counsel, Court Staff, Law Enforcement, KCDA members and other outside agencies inquiries in person or via telephone.
- Accurately complete Orders of Protections and submit for defendant and court's signature.
- Mail completed Orders of Protection to civilian witnesses.
- Maintain accurate, orderly, and neat filing system of all case files.
- Ensure all discovery is accurately accounted for and placed in its corresponding case folder.
- Performs other related duties as needed.

Preferred Skills
- Excellent time management.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Ability to work independently & in a team and consistently maintain a professional demeanor.


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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.

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.