About the role
Job Description
The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (“BXDA”) is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community. By “Pursuing Justice with Integrity,” the BXDA places a focus on assistance for crime victims while simultaneously ensuring fairness to defendants. Moreover, the BXDA aims to balance the need to seek appropriate punishment for certain crimes while recognizing when punitive measures do not adequately advance justice. By recognizing these significant distinctions and acting accordingly, BXDA has established a standard of excellence in the representation of the Bronx community at large, which continues to grow stronger every day.
In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks an experienced and enthusiastic individual to join our Grand Jury Unit as an eFile Coordinator to provide dedicated support for the implementation and ongoing requirements associated with the new Court/NYS electronic filing initiative.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in filing indictments via the E-file portal.
- Assist in filing motions via the E-file portal.
- Review and submit legal documents through designated NYS electronic Filing System.
- Verify documents for completeness, accuracy, proper formatting, signatures and required supporting materials.
- Track filing status, maintain confirmations, and promptly address rejected filings or required corrections.
- Coordinate with attorneys, legal staff, and court personnel regarding filing requirements and status.
- Other duties to be determined.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college required by start date. - Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat. - Strong interpersonal, communication, and writing skills. - Ability to work independently and effectively under deadlines. - Ability to multi-task in fast-paced and changing environment. - Attention to detail.
The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his/her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057
Qualifications
Qualification Requirements 1. 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 2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.
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.