Assistant Bureau Secretary

Salary Range:$46,566 - $48,571

The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an immediate opening for an Assistant Bureau Secretary in the Trial Division. The Trial Division is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of crimes committed in Manhattan. In this position, the Assistant Bureau Secretary is responsible for providing highly skilled secretarial and administrative support to Assistant District Attorneys and Professional Staff.

• Primarily responsible for managing reception and all associated clerical and secretarial tasks.
• Greets witnesses and visitors and notifies appropriate staff of their arrival.
• Answers bureau telephones, takes and delivers accurate messages promptly.
• Maintains petty cash.
• Assists ADAs in case related tasks including but not limited to searching legal databases, listening to audio calls, and watching body worn camera videos.
• Ser ves as a back-up to the Bureau Secretary as needed, including but not limited to last minute schedule changes and coverage resolution.
• Maintains all bureau equipment.
• Performs related duties as assigned. Work with bureau supervisors to ensure efficient management of bureau operations.

• Level 1 – High School degree and 3 years of administrative or relevant experience
• Level 2 – High School degree and 4 years of administrative or relevant experience

* Bachelor’s degree can be substituted for years of experience. *

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to learn in-house proprietary applications.
• Ability to follow directions, work independently, and manage assignments.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workflow.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-up.
• Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with Office staff.
• Able to maintain a positive attitude to set the tone for a professional office environment.
• Ability to interact with all levels of staff and witnesses.

• Monday through Friday, from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm.

• Current office employees:
  To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least 1 year in their current unit/bureau/department and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum and additional qualifications of the position.
• Looking for candidates that could commit to one (1) year to the hiring unit.
• Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.
• 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.

• As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• City Residency is not required 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.

The New York County District Attorney's Office serves and protects the People of New York through the fair administration of justice, without fear or favor. The Office's Professional Staff perform a variety of key functions, including supporting the Trial Division, Investigation Division, Special Victims Division, Pathways to Public Safety Division, and Appeals Division, which handles all the Office's matters in state and federal appellate courts.

Professional Staff members perform a variety of key functions for the Office, including supporting the five Divisions, as well as other prosecution support and office functions. Our Professional Staff receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, as well as unparalleled opportunities for professional development.

The New York County District Attorney's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and culturally responsive workforce. Given the diverse nature of our community, the ability to work with people of different backgrounds is critical. The Office seeks to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. To that end, all applicants will be considered without regard to actual or perceived race, color, national origin,…