Job Description

Division/Unit: Mail/Messenger Unit

Position Title: Messenger Clerk

Civil Service Title: Community Assistant

Salary Range: $40,000 - $40,000

Job Description:

The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an immediate opening for a Messenger Clerk in its Mail/Messenger Unit. In this position, the Messenger Clerk is responsible for providing routine mail/messenger tasks for the unit and office.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Receives, sorts, and delivers incoming mail.
• Prepares overnight deliveries, affixes postage to outgoing mail, and maintains records on postage.
• Assists with packaging of parcels.
• Performs regular mail runs.
• Coordinates messenger services/deliveries with others in unit.
• Perform other duties as needed including coverage for other business service functions as needed.
• Performs related clerical duties as needed.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience.
• Valid NYS Driver License.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiar with industry standard mailroom and messaging equipment.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workflow.
• Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with staff in a team-oriented environment.
• Must be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment; detail oriented and self-motivated and able to multi-task.
• Ability to interact with all levels of staff and vendors.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, prioritize among competing needs and respond quickly to requests for information.

• Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume.

• Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least 1 year in their current unit/bureau/department and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum and additional qualifications of the position.
• Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.

1. There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position. However, the ability to understand and carry out simple instructions is required.
2. Candidates must be able to understand and be understood in English.

• As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

• Monday - Friday, from 9 am to 5 pm.

• City Residency is not required for this position.

The New York County District Attorney's Office serves and protects the People of New York through the fair administration of justice, without fear or favor. The Office's Professional Staff perform a variety of key functions, including supporting the Trial Division, Investigation Division, Special Victims Division, Pathways to Public Safety Division, and Appeals Division, which handles all the Office's matters in state and federal appellate courts.

Professional Staff members perform a variety of key functions for the Office, including supporting the five Divisions, as well as other prosecution support and office functions. Our Professional Staff receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, as well as unparalleled opportunities for professional development.

The New York County District Attorney's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and culturally responsive workforce. Given the diverse nature of our community, the ability to work with people of different backgrounds is critical. The Office seeks to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. To that end, all applicants will be considered without regard to actual or perceived race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, age, prior record of arrest; or any other basis prohibited by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.About the Team

The Professional Staff Recruitment Team at DANY supports the Office's initiatives to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. We seek employees that are interested in a career in the public sector and will support the Office's initiative of delivering One Standard of Justice for All.

For questions or inquiries, please contact Recruitment@dany.nyc.gov.