What are the responsibilities and job description for the Appeals Bureau: Trial Preparation Assistant LV 3 position at City of New York?
The Bronx District Attorney’s Office is seeking well-qualified staff whose diverse backgrounds reflect an ability to serve the over 1.3 million members of the Bronx County community and pursue a safer Bronx through fair justice. The Appeals Bureau of the Bronx District Attorney’s Office is seeking two Appeals Specialists (TPA 3) to assist with post-conviction litigation, including direct appeals, motion responses, and federal writs of habeas corpus.
Job Responsibilities
Drafting motion responses and simple appellate briefs under the supervision of an Assistant District Attorney
Providing litigation support to Assistant District Attorneys
Maintain Appeals Bureau Moot Court schedule
Perform all other related duties and projects as assigned.
Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree preferred or a High School diploma/GED and prior work experience in a law firm, governmental agency, civic or community organization.
Prior Legal Experience Preferred But Not Required
Two-three years of prior supervisory experience preferred.
Some Law School preferred.
Basic proficiency in writing and research
Familiarity With Westlaw Or Lexis Preferred But Not Required
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat
Ability to work independently and effectively under deadlines
Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Discretion and integrity to work on highly confidential investigations.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with general court services and functions.
Minimum Qualifications
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 https://studentaid.gov/pslf/
Residency Requirement
City Residency is not required for this position
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.
, $70,435.00 – $70,435.00
Job Responsibilities
Drafting motion responses and simple appellate briefs under the supervision of an Assistant District Attorney
Providing litigation support to Assistant District Attorneys
Maintain Appeals Bureau Moot Court schedule
Perform all other related duties and projects as assigned.
Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree preferred or a High School diploma/GED and prior work experience in a law firm, governmental agency, civic or community organization.
Prior Legal Experience Preferred But Not Required
Two-three years of prior supervisory experience preferred.
Some Law School preferred.
Basic proficiency in writing and research
Familiarity With Westlaw Or Lexis Preferred But Not Required
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat
Ability to work independently and effectively under deadlines
Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Discretion and integrity to work on highly confidential investigations.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with general court services and functions.
Minimum Qualifications
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
- High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
- Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "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 https://studentaid.gov/pslf/
Residency Requirement
City Residency is not required for this position
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.
, $70,435.00 – $70,435.00
Salary : $70,435
