Position Summary:
The New York County District Attorney's Office has an immediate opening for an Unit Secretary in the Quality of Life Unit. The Quality of Life Unit is responsible for the prosecution of certain crimes committed in Manhattan, as well as some special projects. In this position the Unit Secretary is responsible for providing secretarial and administrative support to Assistant District Attorneys and Support Staff.    
 
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Performs receptionist duties, secretarial tasks, and clerical assignments including but not limited to: filing, maintaining files, mail distribution, data entry, evidence organization, coordinating office moves, and maintaining supplies.
• Works with unit supervisor to ensure efficient management of bureau operations.
• Answers bureau telephones, takes and delivers accurate messages promptly.
• Greets witnesses and visitors and appropriately directs them and notifies appropriate staff of their arrival.
• Maintains all bureau equipment.
• Approval of all CityTime requests and timesheets.

Qualifications:

• 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.

Educational Requirements:

• High School Diploma required.

Preferred Requirements:

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

Commitment:

• One (1) year commitment to hiring unit.