The New York County District Attorney's Office has an immediate opening for a EECU Unit Specialist in the Early Engagement Case Support Unit (EECU). In this position the Unit Specialist is responsible for scanning orders of protection issued in arraignments and the Criminal/Supreme court parts, assisting victims in understanding the criminal justice system, referring for advocacy and counseling services, providing information regarding crime victims’ rights, offering administrative support to the Unit, and for the Crime Victim’s Vigil.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Scan and correct orders of protection issued in arraignments and the Criminal/Supreme court parts into the OPS database
- Mail/e-mail Orders of Protection to victims/witnesses
- Record returned mail in the OPS database, and consult with staff and Assistant District Attorney’s to ensure correct information is entered, and updated accordingly
- Perform daily data entry
- Perform all administrative tasks associated with the Crime Victim’s Vigil
- Attend monthly Vigil committee meetings, video production meetings, and all other Vigil related meetings as requested by Director. Type and prepare meeting minutes
- Responds promptly to incoming calls and e-mails, including the rollover’ line and voicemails and transfer calls to the designated EECU staff member
- Retrieve mail and distribute to assigned EECU staff member
- Assist EECU Leadership with producing and/or assembling documents needed for various meetings
- Inform victims of the wide range of services available to them through SSB
- Explain the criminal justice system and provide case information
- Assist victims/witnesses with registration for notification of inmate release
- Task supervise the College Aide
- Liaise with victims and Assistant District Attorneys
- Perform related tasks as assigned
In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, candidates must possess the following:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.
- Ability to work overtime and flexible hours including holidays, evenings, and weekends
Preferred Requirements/Skills:
- Strong administrative history
- Spanish/ASL proficiency a plus
- Strong data entry skills
- Experience working with crime victims preferred
- Familiarity with the criminal justice system preferred
- Training and/or experience in customer-service preferred
- Ability to demonstrate a high level of confidentiality and sensitivity to victim issues
- Must be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment; must be detail oriented self-motivated, able to multi-task, and high concern for data accuracy
- Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with staff in a team-oriented environment
- Strong organizational and computer skills i.e., Microsoft Office, ability to learn and adapt to DANY’s software (data system)
- Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures, and guidelines
- Ability to handle high caseload and set priorities
- Ability to interact effectively with victims, witnesses, Assistant District Attorneys, law enforcement officers and criminal justice personnel.
How to Apply:
- Apply with a Cover Letter & Resume.
Hours/Shift:
- Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Additional Information:
- Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least one (1) year in their current unit/bureau/department and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum and additional qualifications of the position.
- Looking for candidates that could commit to one (1) year to the hiring unit.
- Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.
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Qualification Requirements
1. 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
2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.
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