Job Description 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. In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks an experienced and enthusiastic Trial Preparation Assistant, Level II (TPA 2) to assist Appeals Bureau Assistant District Attorneys with post-conviction matters. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, the following: - Proofreading and cite checking legal documents - Drafting Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities - Formatting and preparing documents for filing in compliance with court rules - Maintaining a working knowledge of court rules - Preparing exhibits and appendices for legal documents - Maintaining internal digital case files - Providing litigation support to Assistant District Attorneys Assist - Perform all other duties as assigned. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and high school and college transcripts. COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057 Qualifications Qualification Requirements 1. 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 2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above. Additional Information 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.