Job Description The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (“BXDA”) is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community. By “Pursuing Justice with Integrity,” the BXDA places a focus on assistance for crime victims while simultaneously ensuring fairness to defendants. Moreover, the BXDA aims to balance the need to seek appropriate punishment for certain crimes while recognizing when punitive measures do not adequately advance justice. By recognizing these significant distinctions and acting accordingly, BXDA has established a standard of excellence in the representation of the Bronx community at large, which continues to grow stronger every day. The Bronx District Attorney’s Office is seeking well-qualified Trial Preparation Assistant III Supervisor in the Domestic Violence Bureau to aid in the pre-arrest and post-arrest investigation and prosecution of domestic violence crimes. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, the following: - Monitor daily pre-arrest and post-arrest alerts. - Conference with Domestic Violence Bureau (DVB) management and Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) to prioritize cases, investigate charges and determine additional evidence needed for Grand Jury and trial. - Collaborate with assigned ADAs to assist with GJ presentation and gathering additional evidence for trial. - Oversee duties and responsibilities of TPAs. - Draft legal documents including, Criminal Complaints and Indictments, Orders to Produce, So-ordered subpoenas, Search Warrants, Protective Orders, motion responses and other documents needed for investigation, GJ presentation and trial. - Ensure all defendant statements are obtained in a timely manner for GJ presentation. - Review Body Worn Camera for defendant statements and additional evidence. - Perform legal research. - Secure, listen to, and transcribe defendant phone calls from the Department of Correction. - Engage in witness contact and communication. Connect with Victims for introduction and scheduling interviews with assigned ADAs. - Communicate with Crime Victims Assistance Bureau staff regarding victim participation in criminal prosecution and victim service needs. - Collect evidence and discovery. - Coordinate with New York City Police Department (NYPD) to expedite discovery requests and to request additional evidence collection. - Communicate with and acquire documents from other agencies, such as NYPD, DOC, ACS, OCME, hospitals, or wherever documents are located. Subpoena additional evidence as directed. - Compile, analyze, and reproduce case documents. Prepare discovery packets and ensure proper redaction of documentation, draft Automatic Discovery Forms, Certificates of Compliance and Statements of Readiness. - Visit precincts and other locations to obtain discovery and evidence as needed. - Attend regular stakeholder case update meetings. - Conduct training for NYPD and Victim Services Providers along with DVB management. - Track all investigations/cases to ensure accurate data collection for program evaluation and reports. - Perform other bureau-related duties as needed or assigned, including, but not limited to, drafting or typing correspondence and confidential documents, updating computer-based tracking systems, record keeping, and filing, - All other duties as assigned. The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his/her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account. COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058 Qualifications 1. 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 2. 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 3. 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. 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. Salary Min: $ 72,572.00 Salary Max: $ 72,572.00