Investigative Analyst
About The Position
The Post-Conviction Justice Unit in the New York County District Attorney’s Office (DANY) has an opening for a Post-Conviction Justice Investigative Analyst this spring. In this position, the analyst will support attorneys in the Post-Conviction Justice Unit in reviewing claims of wrongful conviction and conducting reinvestigations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assist in the review of claims of wrongful conviction. Conduct preliminary research into the factual and legal backgrounds of cases and present information to Assistant District Attorneys. Track post-judgment motions, wrongful conviction claims, and correspondence. Participate in witness interviews alongside Assistant District Attorneys and investigators. Answer Post-Conviction Justice Unit line and assist callers with inquiries. Draft, proofread, and cite-check legal memoranda and motions. Perform analyst and administrative functions as assigned.
Requirements
- Level 1 – bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and two (2) years of experience either as a paralegal in the criminal justice field or equivalent.
- Level 2 – bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and three (3) years of experience either as a paralegal in the criminal justice field or equivalent.
- Level 3 – bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and four (4) years of experience either as a paralegal in the criminal justice field or equivalent.
- High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.
- Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with the office and New York courts and New York criminal procedure.
- Experience conducting criminal investigations or assessing evidence in a criminal case.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Excel, Lexis/Nexis and/or CLEAR.
- Strong research and writing skills.
- Ability to manage competing deadlines, communicate effectively in a team-oriented environment, and learn new applications and systems.
- Superior organizational, time management, and communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail, self-motivator and able to manage multiple assignments.
- Ability to interact with all levels of staff, court representatives, and members of the public.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the review of claims of wrongful conviction.
- Conduct preliminary research into the factual and legal backgrounds of cases and present information to Assistant District Attorneys.
- Track post-judgment motions, wrongful conviction claims, and correspondence.
- Participate in witness interviews alongside Assistant District Attorneys and investigators.
- Answer Post-Conviction Justice Unit line and assist callers with inquiries.
- Draft, proofread, and cite-check legal memoranda and motions.
- Perform analyst and administrative functions as assigned.
Benefits
- 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/ .
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
