Criminal Court Assistant

Job DescriptionRICHMOND COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY The men and women of the Richmond County District Attorney’s office work each day in partnership with Law Enforcement and the people of Staten Island to pursue justice for victims of crime, to prevent crime in all its forms, and to promote the safety and well-being of all citizens of our Borough.THE ROLEUnder the direct supervision of the Criminal Court Supervisor, the candidate will serve as a Criminal Court Assistant. Schedule includes a weekend day (Sunday through Thursday/Tuesday through Saturday). Duties will include, but not limited to the following:

Provide coverage/back-up for court parts

Request and gather case related paperwork for discovery including but not limited to 911’s, laboratory reports, NYPD records, subpoenas and other documents from outside agencies

Upload discovery material into digital case tracking system

Prepare property releases

Create criminal case files for arraignment

Answer telephones, screen visitors

File and locate cases whenever necessary

Close out cases in database

Other general clerical duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

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.

PREFERRED SKILLS

Bachelor’s degree.

Prior criminal justice experience or coursework preferred.

Excellent verbal, written and professional interpersonal communication skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.

Fluency in foreign languages, particularly Spanish

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Please be advised only candidates under consideration will be contacted.The candidate selected for this position must be a resident of the City of New York or become a resident within 90 days of appointment.Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. Sponsorship is not available for this position.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.QualificationsQualification Requirements

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.

Additional InformationThe 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.