HTRU Investigative Analyst

City of New York • New York City, NY

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About The Position

The New York County District Attorney's Office has an anticipated opening for an Investigative Analyst in its Human Trafficking Unit (HTRU), within the Special Victims Division. HTRU investigates and prosecutes sex and labor trafficking cases. The analyst works closely with lawyers, investigators, social workers, and external partner agencies to identify trafficking victims and perpetrators and help prepare cases for trial. The posting describes three qualification levels based on a bachelor's degree and one, two, or three cumulative years of qualifying experience; a master's degree may substitute for years of experience. Candidates are sought who could commit to two years in the hiring unit. Authorization to work in the United States is required.

Requirements

• Level 1: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college and one cumulative year of work, internship, volunteer, or academic experience demonstrating excellent organization, communication, writing, and problem-solving skills. Experience need not be consecutive or at the same organization.
• Level 2: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college and two cumulative years of work, internship, volunteer, or academic experience demonstrating excellent organization, communication, writing, and problem-solving skills. Experience need not be consecutive or at the same organization.
• Level 3: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college and three cumulative years of work, internship, volunteer, or academic experience demonstrating excellent organization, communication, writing, and problem-solving skills. Experience need not be consecutive or at the same organization.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Applicants seeking an internal transfer or promotion must have served at least one year in their current unit, bureau, or department, be in good standing, and meet the position's qualifications.

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in a foreign language, particularly Spanish, Russian, Mandarin, or Cantonese.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Excellent organization, communication, writing, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail orientation and the ability to follow directions and apply policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ability to learn, update, and edit existing proprietary applications and quickly learn and use various computer systems.
• Ability to work independently with frequent interruptions, manage deadlines, and adapt to changes in workflow.
• Strong attention to detail and concern for data accuracy.
• Ability to interact and communicate with staff at all levels, court representatives, law enforcement representatives, and witnesses.
• One year of experience as a paralegal in the criminal justice field or similar relevant experience.
• A master's degree may be substituted for years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic previews and analysis on electronic devices.
• Analyze large amounts of financial, telephone, and computer data for Assistant District Attorneys and partner law enforcement agencies.
• Present evidence to grand juries and petit juries.
• Generate subpoenas and other documents to request evidence.
• Analyze internal and external data sets for evidence of trafficking.
• Secure and preserve online evidence for use at trial.
• Participate in witness interviews.
• Perform related paralegal tasks as requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level