Job Description

Division/Unit: Post-Conviction Justice Unit

Job Title: College Aide

Position Title: College Aide

Salary Range: $15.50/hour - $15.50/hour

Position Summary:

The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an immediate opening for a Part-time College Aide in its Post-Conviction Justice Unit. In this position, the person is responsible for providing administrative support to the unit. The Post-Conviction Justice Unit is responsible for investigating claims of innocence or wrongful conviction, facilitating services and support to exonerees, victims, and survivors, and promoting conviction integrity in future prosecutions.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform basic administrative and clerical functions to support the operations of the Post-Conviction Justice Unit.
• Enter data into the unit's proprietary Case Management database and compile statistical reports as requested.
• Various additional assignments related to reinvestigations as requested, including assisting with managing and screening intake.
• Answering phone calls, managing email inquiries, filing, copying, scanning and collating documents.
• Perform related administrative and clerical duties as needed and 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.

• Some college. Entering freshman though completion of sophomore year.

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

• One (1) year commitment to hiring unit.

• Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume.

• Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.
• 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 professional 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.