Witness Service Coordinator - Prosecution Division

About Us

The Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney is one of the nation's largest municipal law offices. With over 1,000 legal professionals, including 500 attorneys, the Office provides the City with the highest caliber legal services, ranging from prosecuting criminal misdemeanors, playing a leading role in criminal justice reform, advising on homelessness initiatives, defending civil lawsuits and claims, and bringing civil enforcement actions in the name of the People of the State of California.

Guided by an overarching commitment to integrity, accountability and transparency, we find great meaning in the work we do and the services we provide.

We seek collaborative team players who understand that fulfilling our mission is key to making a positive impact.

The Criminal Branch is responsible for the processing of misdemeanor cases filed throughout the City of Los Angeles.

The Criminal Branch offices are:

Central 

200 N. Main Street, 5th Floor, Los Angeles 90012

221 N Figueroa St #100, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Metropolitan 

1945 S. Hill Street, Room 501, Los Angeles 90007

Pacific 

11701 S. La Cienega Blvd., Room 430, Los Angeles 90045

100 Oceangate, Suite 510, Long Beach, CA 90802

Van Nuys 

6262 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 160, Van Nuys 91401

900 3^rd St., San Fernando, CA 91340

Hollywood - Mental Health Courthouse

5925 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028

The Witness Service Coordinator is responsible for assisting attorneys with witness contact on all continuing misdemeanor cases, and for case processing duties as needed. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Contacting civilian witnesses regarding their court appearances; 
• Explaining court procedures and providing court escort services for victims and witnesses; 
• Responding to telephone inquiries from subpoenaed witnesses and fostering cooperative attitudes; Reviewing case files and utilizing investigative techniques to locate necessary witnesses when insufficient or inaccurate information is contained in case documents; 
• Collecting subpoenas and checking the witnesses on the Deputy City Attorney’s court calendar; 
• Paging missing witnesses; 
• Tracing data to determine the status of any case that does not appear on the daily calendar; 
• Working with the courts to assist victims and witnesses in obtaining court fees and arranging travel for witnesses and victims; 
• Resolving miscellaneous problems which develop with witnesses; 
• Preparing restitution letters; 
• Assisting with the preparation and compilation of criminal complaints; 
• Updating case information in the Office’s criminal case management system; 
• Accessing booking and criminal information via NECS (Network Communication System), TCIS (Trial Courts Information System), and CCHRS (Consolidated Criminal History Reporting System), 
• Operate vehicle as needed to provide support at court proceedings or any of the Criminal Branch Offices located throughout Los Angeles County; and
• Other duties as assigned.

The Witness Service Coordinator must be flexible and prepared to adapt to changing situations as necessary and have the ability to work effectively with the public.  The position requires initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure of time deadlines.  

Applicants must be proficient in the operation of personal computer equipment.

Reliable attendance and punctuality are also required. 

The hours for this position are generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, subject to operational needs.

A valid California Driver’s License is required.

Desired Qualifications 

Knowledge of the criminal case management systems, Network Expanded Communications System (NECS) and the Trial Court Information System (TCIS).  Bilingual English and Spanish is preferred.

Current Location

This position is subject to assignment at any Criminal Branch office or location within the County of Los Angeles.

For external applicants – Appointment to this exempt position (non-Civil Service) will be subject to a one-year probationary period as required by Section 1050 of the City Charter. Successful completion of the one-year probationary period will result in tenure with the office.

Application and Deadline

Interested candidates should go to:https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacityattorney/ to apply online by Tuesday, September 16, 2025.

Qualified applicants will be invited to interview. 

Conflict of Interest

This position is designated as Category 12 on the Conflict-of-Interest Code

Contact

Questions? Please email atty.recruit@lacity.org.

AS A COVERED ENTITY UNDER TITLE Il OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY AND, UPON REQUEST, WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO ENSURE EQUAL ACCESS TO ITS PROGRAMS, SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES. TO REQUEST A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION, PLEASE CALL THE HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION AT (213) 978-7160.