Homicide Bureau: Trial Preparation Assistant, Level II

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.

• Compile, analyze, redact, and reproduce case documents for discovery compliance and case preparation.
• Retrieve Death Certificates and Autopsies from OCME.
• Preparation and filing of documents.
• Timely retrieval of documents and records.
• Assist in preparing hearing/trial exhibits & discovery for trial.
• Timely conversions of instruments to information.
• Retrieve all necessary documents and records from law enforcement agencies, hospitals and other entities.
• Produce effective communication with different agencies.
• Locate and retrieve property maintained by NYC Police Dept.
• Perform legal research.
• Engage in witness contact and communication.
• Secure corroborating affidavits.
• Prepare orders for Court, including Motion Responses, Legal Memorandums, Search Warrants, Subpoenas, and Orders to Produce.
• Work directly with Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) on specialty cases.
• Accompany ADAs in court observing, capturing updates and assisting in Trials.
• All other relevant duties as assigned.

All candidates must possess a valid driver's license with a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience.

• A baccalaureate degree preferred or a high school diploma with four (4) years of work experience in a law firm, governmental agency, civic or community organization.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, logical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures preferred.
• Understanding of the criminal justice system used in New York State and New York City is preferred.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and strong ethics.
• Exhibit an ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

• 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 the above.

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 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.

City residency is not required for this position.

Salary: $56,000.00 – $56,000.00