Investigation Division (Special Investigations) - Trial Preparation Assistant, Level II

City of New York • New York, NY

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About The Position

The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County seeks experienced and enthusiastic Trial Preparation Assistants in the Investigation Division to support all aspects of case preparation, from intake through final disposition. The role involves gathering, preparing, analyzing, and reproducing case materials; drafting legal documents; conducting legal research; coordinating with agencies, court personnel, police personnel, witnesses, and civilians; and preparing discovery and digital recordings. The position also performs administrative and bureau-related duties, including correspondence, confidential document preparation, tracking-system updates, record keeping, filing, and document preparation. Travel outside the office to other locations and agencies is required.

Requirements

• A valid New York State driver's license with at least two years of driving experience, including driving in and outside the five boroughs; the license must be maintained throughout employment.
• Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Discretion and integrity when working on highly confidential investigations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with general court services and functions.
• High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community-centered activities related to the duties described, or equivalent education and/or experience.

Nice To Haves

• A baccalaureate degree is preferred.
• Alternatively, a high school diploma with four years of work experience in a law firm, governmental agency, or civic or community organization is listed as a preferred qualification.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with and obtain documents from agencies such as NYPD, ACS, OCME, hospitals, and other document sources.
• Compile, analyze, and reproduce case documents, ensuring proper redaction.
• Draft motion responses, legal memoranda, search warrants, subpoenas, and orders to produce.
• Serve takeout orders and orders to produce on the Department of Correction.
• Perform legal research.
• Notify police personnel and civilians when they are required to appear.
• Consult with Criminal and Supreme Court clerks to obtain certificates of disposition when necessary.
• Contact and communicate with witnesses.
• Secure corroborating affidavits.
• Obtain and evaluate computer and phone records, including social media communications and cell site information.
• Secure, listen to, and transcribe phone calls from the Department of Correction.
• Perform bureau-related duties as needed or assigned, including drafting or typing correspondence and confidential documents, updating computer-based tracking systems, record keeping, filing, and document preparation.
• Travel outside the office to other locations and agencies.
• Prepare discovery for defense attorneys.
• Provide duplication of digital recordings regarding surveillance and/or defendants' statements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance for the employee and eligible spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26.
• Union benefits, including dental and vision coverage.
• Paid annual leave and sick leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Pension.
• Optional savings and pre-tax programs, including Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED