e-Discovery Data Specialist

Job Description Opening for an e-Discovery Data Specialist within the IT Department of the New York County District Attorney’s Office (DANY). The role involves the technical processing, ingestion, and analysis of data throughout the eDiscovery lifecycle, working closely with Senior Analysts to support legal teams. Responsibilities Manage end‑to‑end ingestion and filtering of ESI within Nuix. Run culling and privilege searches to streamline data for legal review. Normalize metadata, handle duplicate removal, and execute text extraction workflows. Generate load files and technical deliverables for downstream review platforms. Troubleshoot technical bottlenecks and processing errors. Ensure data integrity through consistent quality control protocols. Collaborate across departments to ensure timely project delivery. Support Senior Analysts in daily operations and staff training. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college. Two to three years of experience in the legal field, preferably criminal justice related, or eDiscovery experience with a law firm or vendor. Continuous experience in eDiscovery technology with Nuix, Relativity, or Concordance will count as an additional year of experience. Technology‑related major preferred. Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office. Experience with eDiscovery and other Litigation Support processes. Skilled in standard computer operating systems and strong ability to learn new software. Ability to support document reviews and case work. Ability to manage and resolve problems effectively, dealing confidently and concisely with internal stakeholders. Ability to multitask and work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment. Organizational, time‑management, and interpersonal skills. Strong written and oral communication skills. Strong attention to detail, self‑motivation, and ability to manage multiple assignments. Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures, and guidelines. Hours Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Additional Information Current office employees must have served at least 1 year in their current position, be in good standing, and meet the minimum qualifications. Candidates are expected to commit to at least one year to the hiring unit. Authorization to work in the United States is required. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of New York