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 County District Attorney’s Office currently has opening for a Property Clerk in the Property Release Unit assisting in releasing property to defendants and complaining witnesses.



JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:


Input request for property release into application

Fill out and process request for supervisor review of deferrals

Disburse ADA written response to claimants

Reach out to property release unit ADA to address complications that arise

Explain property release protocols and answer other related questions by claimant

Answer phones and maintain accurate call log

Interact with attorneys and civilians seeking to have property returned to them

Check IDs and subpoenas of witnesses and walk-ins and direct them to the appropriate staff member, ensuring assistance is provided in a timely fashion

Notify ADAs and Crime Victim staff of the arrival of witnesses and victims; and direct them to appropriate waiting areas when necessary

Keep accurate and complete records of all witnesses in the bureau’s logbook

Verify ownership of property

Perform routine office tasks such as filing, record keeping and data input

Communicate with staff interpreters and assist Assistant District Attorneys to secure the assistance of an interpreter whenever needed

All other duties as assigned

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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.

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. Ability to speak and understand Spanish preferred Familiarity and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Detail oriented Data entry experience Familiarity with general court services preferred Ability to communicate in a welcoming and professional manner Excellent customer service skill

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

City Residency is not required for this position

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.