TPA Supervisor - Appeals Bureau at City of New York

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Oct, 26

Salary

78028.0

Posted On

11 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Research, Legal Writing, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Westlaw, PACER, Bluebook Guidelines, Litigation Support, Case Management, Mentoring

Industry

Government Administration

Description

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 experienced and enthusiastic TPA Supervisor to assist with post-conviction litigation, including direct appeals, motion responses, and federal writs of habeas corpus. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: - Draft motion responses and simple appellate briefs under the supervision of an Assistant District Attorney. - Organizing Appeals Bureau moot court schedule. - Drafting subpoenas and obtaining medical records for mental hygiene litigation. - Providing litigation support to Assistant District Attorneys. - Performing legal and legislative history research under the supervision of an Assistant District Attorney. - Maintaining internal resource banks for developing legal issues. - Serving as a bureau liaison to other prosecutor offices. - Coordinating federal habeas litigation. - Maintaining a working knowledge of court rules and Bluebook guidelines. - Mentor and train junior paralegals and interns. - Perform all other related duties and projects as assigned. PREFERRED SKILLS: - Bachelor’s degree plus minimum of one semester of law school or comparable experience as a paralegal. - Strong legal research and writing skills. - Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel - intermediate to advanced Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP and related formulas, Pivot Tables/Charts, other data analytic and visualization techniques). - Must have proficiency with Westlaw and PACER. - Ability to work independently and effectively under deadlines. - Writing sample required. 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. Agency: BRONX DISTRICT ATTORNEY Job Category: Constituent Services & Community Programs Salary Band: $70,000 to $80,000 Compensation: USD 78028 - USD 78028

Responsibilities

The TPA Supervisor supports post-conviction litigation by drafting motion responses, appellate briefs, and coordinating federal habeas litigation. They also manage the Appeals Bureau moot court schedule and mentor junior paralegals and interns.