DAT Writer
DAT Writer
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Job Description
The Bronx District Attorneys Office is seeking a wellqualified staff whose diverse backgrounds reflect an ability to serve the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community and pursue a safer Bronx through fair justice. The Desk Appearance Ticket/Discovery (DAT) Unit is responsible for processing all DATs issued by the New York City Police Department or other law enforcement agencies in Bronx County. A DAT Writer is responsible for interviewing the arresting police officer victims and necessary witnesses to determine if the facts alleged should result in a criminal prosecution by the District Attorneys Office. Additionally the DAT Writer is responsible for obtaining the necessary case documents and Initiating Discovery prior to arraignment of the case.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Interview witnesses (law enforcement and civilian witnesses) and address inquiries regarding case status procedural issues and criminal charges
Analyze and assess factual scenarios (without taking notes) and prepare legal affidavits
Obtain all necessary documents and from NYPD and other agencies to aid in case assessment and discovery
Communicate and obtain any video/digital recordings like body cam video and prepare them for discovery
Assist with other unit tasks and perform all other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
A baccalaureate degree or a paralegal certificate is preferred OR a High School diploma/GED and two (2) years prior work experience in a law firm or a governmental agency
Minimum one (1) year of legal work experience preferred
Familiarity with general court procedures services and functions
Computer literacy and knowledge of Microsoft Office
Ability to type proficiently
Ability to work days nights weekends
Note: Due to the necessary service needs of this position the incumbent will be required to work nights holidays and weekends.
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE 56057
Qualifications :
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.
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 individuals sex race color ethnicity national origin age religion disability sexual orientation veteran status gender identity or pregnancy.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
