ECAB Paralegal

City of New York • New York, NY

57d • $52,110 - $52,110 • Onsite

About The Position

The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an opening for a Paralegal in its Early Complaint Assessment Bureau (ECAB). In this position the Paralegal is responsible for providing time-sensitive clerical support to DANY’s Trial Bureaus and Case Management Unit.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.
• Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work overtime on short notice.
• Previous clerical experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to update and edit existing proprietary databases.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workflow.
• Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy.
• Must be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment, detail oriented and self-motivated and able to multi-task.
• Ability to interact with all levels of staff, law enforcement representatives and outside visitors.

Responsibilities

• Help to draft Criminal Court complaints.
• Obtains case information and supporting arrest documents from Police or security personnel.
• Prepares case summaries outlining the circumstances of arrests.
• Interviews Police Officers or Security personnel to determine appropriate charges.
• Assist with the processing of completed cases in the Complaint Room.
• Maintain computerized records of all arrests pending the completion of a complaint.
• Assist with the screening and assignment of arrests.
• Provide administrative and technical support to Assistant District Attorneys.
• Perform related tasks as assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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