Property Clerk - Property Release Unit / Operations

City of New York • New York, NY • 2h ago

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.

In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks a well-qualified Property Clerk in the Property Release Unit assisting in releasing property to defendants and complaining witnesses.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Input request for property release into application.

Fill out and process request for supervisor review of deferrals.

Disburse ADA written response to claimants.

Reach out to property release unit ADA to address complications that arise.

Explain property release protocols and answer other related questions by claimant.

Answer phones and maintain accurate call log.

Interact with attorneys and civilians seeking to have property returned to them.

Check IDs and subpoenas of witnesses and walk-ins and direct them to the appropriate staff member, ensuring assistance is provided in a timely fashion.

Notify ADAs and Crime Victim staff of the arrival of witnesses and victims; and direct them to appropriate waiting areas when necessary.

Keep accurate and complete records of all witnesses in the bureau's logbook.

Verify ownership of property.

Perform routine office tasks such as filing, record keeping and data input.

Communicate with staff interpreters and assist Assistant District Attorneys to secure the assistance of an interpreter whenever needed.

All other duties as assigned.

PEFERRED SKILLS:

An Associate's degree or a High School diploma/GED and a minimum of two (2) years working experience in a law firm, governmental agency, civic or community organization.

Ability to speak and understand Spanish preferred

Familiarity and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Detail oriented.

Data entry experience.

Familiarity with general court services preferred.

Ability to communicate in a welcoming and professional manner.

Excellent customer service skill.

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 ASSISTANT - 56056

Qualifications

There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position. However, the ability to understand and carry out simple instructions is required.

Candidates must be able to understand and be understood in English.

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: $ 43,460.00

Salary Max: $ 43,460.00

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