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The New York County District Attorney’s Office (DANY) has an opening for a Criminal Court Paralegal in its Case Management Services Unit. In this position, the Criminal Court Paralegal is responsible for providing time-sensitive clerical support to Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) in DANY’s Trial Division and Case Management Services Unit. Please note: this position is an afternoon/evening shift; from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm or 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Work in court, processing and distributing court notes.
• Assist ADAs in court part and court staff as needed.
• Utilize the Court Event Entry Program (CEE) to update the internal case tracking system with real-time court adjournments, pleas, defense attorney changes, and sentencing information.
• Work with ADAs to ensure timely submission of court notes.
• Review ADA notes to confirm case status and inform assigned ADAs when the case is set to be called when needed.
• Assist standing ADAs with additional information on cases as needed.
• Use the court calendar to label/number cases from each bureau and put them in numerical order.
• Complete documents when needed to be filed with the court.
• Prepare, maintain, and submit return court notes for scanning.
• Prepare and maintain routine court-related reports.
• Check documents for accuracy of information and conformity with established policy.
• Perform clerical and related tasks within the court and unit.
• Perform related tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
• Ability to update and edit existing proprietary databases.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workflow.
• Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy.
• Must be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment; detail-oriented and self-motivated and able to multitask.
• Ability to interact with all levels of staff, law enforcement representatives, and outside visitors.
• Previous clerical experience preferred.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

Preferred Requirements:

• Ability to work overtime on short notice.

Commitment:

• One (1) year commitment to hiring unit.