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.

The Bronx County District Attorney’s Office has an opening for a Trial Preparation Assistant to support our Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) with all aspects of investigations and trial preparation in the Special Victims Division.

Specific duties will include, but are not limited to the following:
Following up on subpoenas and outstanding NYPD Discovery Requests.
Draft and serve Orders to Produce, Writs of Habeas Corpus, and Motions.
Pick up/drop off status sheets to Court/Obtain Certified Documents.
Perform field work, including traveling to other agencies, hospitals, and courts
Requesting and retrieving evidence for trial/submit requests for 911/Radio runs (ICAD).
Prepare letters and email Orders of Protection to witnesses, defense counsel, and legal staff daily.
Provide backup coverage for DVM Court Clerk, including, WEBDV database.
Provide backup coverage for DVCU Expeditors.
Greet, screen, and log in all visitors and cover front desk reception, as needed.
Requesting and retrieving evidence for trial
Submit requests for 911/Radio runs (ICAD).
Must have a valid NYS Driver's License with at least 2 years experience.
Assist with other bureau tasks and perform 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.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a valid NYS Driver's License with at least 2 years' experience.

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/

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.