What are the responsibilities and job description for the Unit Secretary position at New York County District Attorney?
Job Description
Division / Unit : Support Services / Grand Jury Stenographers
Civil Service Title : Community Associate
Position Title : Unit Secretary
Salary Range : $49,806 - $51,749
Job Description :
The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an immediateopening for a Unit Secretary in the Grand Jury Stenographers Unit. The Unit plays a critical role in creating and preserving the detailed record of the grand jury's activities, ensuring that all spoken words are captured accurately for legal proceedings, as these records play an essential role in the investigation, preparation of legal arguments, or potential trials, and may have significant legal consequences. In this position, the Unit Secretary is responsiblefor providing secretarial, clerical, and receptionist support to the Unit.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
- Answer and manage telephone inquiries, ensuring accurate message delivery in a timely manner.
- Greet internal customers and efficiently direct them to the appropriate staff or department.
- Enter daily grand jury data into the designated database with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Monitor and address email requests for transcript orders, ensuring timely and precise processing.
- Compile and prepare transcripts for distribution as required.
- Prepare and process monthly grand jury reporter billing using Excel.
- Track and manage steno machine maintenance and replacement schedules using Excel.
- Oversee and maintain office supplies to ensure smooth operation of the unit.
- Perform additional secretarial, clerical, and receptionist duties as assigned by management or as needed.
In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, candidates must possess the following :
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The New York County District Attorney's Office 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. About Us
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, religion, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, age, prior record of arrest; or any other basis prohibited by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs. About the Team
The Professional Staff Recruitment Team at DANY supports the Office's initiatives to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. We seek employees that are interested in a career in the public sector and will support the Office's initiative of delivering One Standard of Justice for All.
For questions or inquiries, please contact Recruitment@dany.nyc.gov.
Salary : $49,806 - $51,749
