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Trial Division -Trial Preparation Assistant, Level I

  1. BRONX DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Posted on: 05/02/2025
  1. Full-time

Location

BRONX

  1. No exam required

Department

Support Staff

$38,712.00 – $47,487.00

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. There is a current opening for Case Aides in Trial Division. Case Aides provide essential administrative support to the Assistant District Attorneys, Judges, and courts.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific duties will include, but are not limited to the following:

Type court orders, motions, letters, and memos

Type and prepare affidavits of service

Perform general data entry and administrative duties in support of the bureau

Contact various witnesses for Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs)

Help prepare hearing/trail exhibits and discovery for trial

Serve subpoenas and pick up documents and property from various city agencies

All other duties as assigned

COMMUNITY ASSISTANT - 56056


Minimum 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.


Preferred Skills

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. A valid New York State driver’s license with a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience is required and must be maintained for the duration of employment Familiarity and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Familiarity with general court services preferred Ability to communicate in a welcoming and professional manner Excellent customer service skills
Residency Requirement

City Residency is not required for this position
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.

Job ID

713314

Title code

56056

Civil service title

COMMUNITY ASSISTANT

Title classification

Non-Competitive-5

Business title

Trial Division -Trial Preparation Assistant, Level I

  1. Entry-Level

Job level

00

Number of positions

10

Work location

215 E 161St St., Bronx

  1. Legal Affairs

Trial Division -Trial Preparation Assistant, Level I

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