What are the responsibilities and job description for the ECAB DAT Associate position at NYC Department of Social Services?
The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an opening for a ECAB DAT Associate in its Case Management Services Unit. In this position the ECAB DAT Associate is responsible for providing clerical support to the DANY’s Case Management Services Unit and DANY.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Qualification Requirements
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.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Reviews Desk Appearance Tickets (DAT) packages to ensure accuracy and completion.
- Prepares DAT files for the arraignment court part.
- Assigns DATs and related work to appropriate DANY staff.
- Notifies police officers to appear in in the office to draft complaints.
- Assists DANY personnel with DATs questions.
- Enters and maintains DAT information in office tracking system.
- Acts as liaison with NYPD in tracking missing DAT packages.
- Works with ECAB supervisor to ensure efficient management of unit operations.
- Perform data entry using pre-arraignment database system.
- Perform clerical and related tasks within the DAT Unit.
- Collate and file material, and search files for relevant material.
- Check records for accuracy of information and conformity with established policy.
- Respond promptly to inquiries from police officers and Assistant District Attorneys.
- Answer telephone inquiries and redirect calls appropriately.
- Perform related tasks as assigned by supervisor.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.
- Previous clerical experience.
- 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 multi-task.
- Ability to interact with all levels of staff, law enforcement representatives, and outside visitors.
- Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume.
- Sunday – Thursday 8:00am- 4:00pm.
- Ability to work overtime on short notice.
- Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least 1 year in their current position and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
- Two (2) years commitment to the hiring unit.
- Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.
Qualification Requirements
- 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 "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.
