Job Description

Division/Unit: Trial Division

Position Title: Bureau Secretary

Salary Range: $49,896 - $51,728

Position Summary:
The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an opening for a Bureau Secretary in the Trial Division. The Trial Division is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of crimes committed in Manhattan. In this position, the Bureau Secretary is responsible for providing highly-skilled secretarial and administrative support to Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) and Support Staff.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Performs secretarial tasks, administrative and research functions, and clerical assignments.
• Works with bureau supervisors to ensure efficient management of bureau operations.
• Answers bureau telephones, takes and delivers accurate messages promptly.
• Greets witnesses and visitors and notifies appropriate staff of their arrival.
• Orders bureau supplies and maintains appropriate inventory.
• Updates and maintains bureau databases and updates information accordingly.
• Acts as liaison to interoffice units including Grand Jury, Payroll, Operations, Records, Fiscal, IT, Telecommunications, and Clerk's Office.
• Maintains all bureau equipment.
• Perform related administrative duties as assigned.

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to learn in-house proprietary applications.
• Ability to follow directions, work independently, and manage assignments.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-up.
• Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with Office staff.

• Bilingual Spanish a plus.
• Public Notary a plus.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system a plus.

• Bachelor's degree required.

• One (1) year commitment to hiring bureau.

• Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume.

• Pursuant to the Mayor's Executive Order 75, as of August 2, 2021, all newly hired employees must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for religion or disability. If you are offered employment with DANY, this requirement must be met by your date of hire, unless a reasonable accommodation for exemption is received and approved at the time of your on-boarding process.
• As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Please review the notice to see if you may be eligible for programs and how to apply at nyc.gov/studentloans .

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 support staff perform a variety of key functions, including supporting the Trial, Investigation, and Appeals Divisions, as well as other prosecution support and office functions. Our support 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 Moving Justice Forward.

For questions or inquiries, please contact Recruitment@dany.nyc.gov.