Paralegal Supervisor — DISTRICT ATTORNEY KINGS COUNTY (Job ID 805421)

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Job overview

• Agency: DISTRICT ATTORNEY KINGS COUNTY
• Business title: Paralegal Supervisor
• Civil service title: COMMUNITY COORDINATOR
• Location: 350 Jay St, Brooklyn Ny
• Employment: F
• Salary: $75,000–$75,000 (Annual)
• Positions: 1
• Category: Legal Affairs
• Posting date in feed: 2026-10-09T00:00:00.000
• Deadline in feed: 23-OCT-2026

Description from source data

The Kings County District Attorney’s Office (KCDA) is one of the largest prosecutors’ offices in the country and is committed to developing and implementing innovative prosecutorial strategies that will fulfill our vision of keeping Brooklyn safe while at the same time ensuring fairness and justice for all. The Office investigates and prosecutes crime, assists victims, and implements crime prevention strategies to improve public safety and the quality of life of Brooklyn’s residents. In light of the sweeping discovery reforms in New York State, our Assistant District Attorneys need more support in preparing their criminal cases. All of our cases involve fairly voluminous discovery, such as police reports, body camera footage, 911 calls, forensic files, security surveillance videos, and more. It is critical to our mission that our prosecutors obtain all the necessary discovery and securely shares the required information with the defense. New hires will assist with these important duties, and in doing so, will gain exposure to virtually every aspect of a criminal case. Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, the prospective candidate will be responsible for the following: • Supervises and trains BOLT Paralegals and Clerks to the standards of the unit. • Ensures BOLT Paralegals receive comprehensive training on the process of obtaining discovery. • Provide input into staff assignments, oversee, and monitor the progress and status of case preparation and performance of paralegals and clerks also ensuring deadlines are met. • Review all files and documents and provide instructions on the proper action taken. • Provide backup coverage for non-legal staff as needed. • Collaborate with Bureau Chief and Discovery Support Director on developing plans recommendations to improve knowledge, skills, and abilities of staff. • Evaluate staff performance and provide valuable feedback for improvement where necessary. • Ensure Bureau Chief and Discovery Support Director are updated on matters related to case issues and staff performance and providing documentation to unit managers and Human resources regarding staff. • Draft annual tasks and standards and performance reviews for all paralegals and clerks and addressing any issues related to performance, tardiness, and behavior. • Disseminate all relevant documents, information, and new and existing office policies to staff. • Provide administrative support for bureau in a variety of areas. • Perform other related duties as necessary.

Minimum qualifications from source data

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.

Preferred skills

• Prior experience working as a Paralegal. • Candidate must possess experience and be well-versed working with discovery. • Prior experience supervising and managing a team a plus but not required. • Excellent organizational, time-management and multi-tasking skills, including the ability to take initiative, prioritize duties, and work efficiently both independently and within a team. • Knowledge of all KCDA specific systems, Discovery, NYS Court and other office utilized software applications. • Knowledge of all KCDA office policies and procedures. • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; prepare clear concise written directives, legal correspondence and a variety of legal documents including staff write-ups.

Application instructions from source data

To apply click the “Apply Now” button. For Non-City/External Candidates: Visit the External Applicant NYC Careers site and type “DA – Brooklyn” on the search line. Then locate the Job ID #805421. For Current City Employees: Visit Employee Self Service (ESS) to view and click on Recruiting Activities, Careers, and search by Job ID 805421. Please note only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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