Jobs in Bronx, ID

About the role

Join our team of professionals seeking to improve the experience of justice involved individuals in the NYC Courts! Pretrial Associates (PTAs) are integral to the work we do in the courts and Central Booking. With staff working 24/7 in each of the city's centralized courthouses, CJA interviews nearly all individuals held in custody before they see a judge and makes a release recommendation to the court. We assist people who have been arrested, as well as their families, in navigating the bail payment process to facilitate their release from court before admission to DOC facilities. Note: This role is 100% in person

What you'll bring

• Although there is a preference to criminal justice and related social science majors, all interested majors are welcomed to apply.
• In lieu of an associate degree, individuals with two years equivalent commensurate work experience and/or lived experience with the criminal justice system are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Computer literacy, to include Microsoft applications and ability to quickly adapt to changing technology
• This opportunity is ideal for an individual who has recently graduated from college or has commensurate experience.
• Associate degree from an accredited college strongly preferred with one year work experience.
• Preferred Skills: Multilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply (please list any fluent languages in your application)

Benefits