Criminal Court Assistant

Job DescriptionRICHMOND COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEYThe 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 topromote 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 may include 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.PREFERRED SKILLSBachelor'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.CIVIL SERVICE TITLE: Community AssociateSALARY RANGE: $51,000.00-$53,000.00, Commensurate with experience; full NYC benefits packageAPPLICATION DEADLINE: Until filledTO APPLY: ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED THROUGH THE NYC JOBS WEBSITECity Employees – Click here and log in to ESS.Non-City Employees – Go toSearch for job ID number: 769820Click on the job business title: Criminal Court AssistantClick on “Apply Now” at the bottom of the postingPlease be advised that we are not accepting phone calls, emails, or mailed correspondence related to resumes or job applications. Candidates will only be contacted if selected for an interview.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.COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057QualificationsQualification RequirementsHigh school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; orEducation 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.Salary Min: $ 51,000.00Salary Max: $ 53,000.00

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