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Assistant District Attorney
Summary
Title:Assistant District Attorney
ID:902-17-1365
Career Opportunity Type:Legal Staff
Department:Trial Division
Functional Title:Supervising ADA for Trial Division
Salary Range:TBD
Description

MULTIPLE OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE

JOB SUMMARY:
The Bronx District Attorney is seeking multiple experienced attorneys (4+ years) to supervise attorneys in the prosecution of criminal cases and appellate matters in the Trial Division. This position involves the day-to-day oversight of the processing of cases in the District Attorney’s Office and provides supervision primarily to legal staff.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Specific duties will include, but are not limited to the following:

  1. Oversee and participate in the prosecution of criminal cases in Bronx County
  2. Evaluate and screen cases in assigned area to determine appropriate action
  3. Collaborate closely with Bureau Chief and Deputy Bureau Chief to administer policy
  4. Ability to motivate, organize, and direct all levels of staff in various responsibilities
  5. Working knowledge of investigative methods
  6. Must understand and respond clearly and effectively (oral/written) to complex legal issues
  7. Train staff on Federal and State statutory and case law regarding criminal procedure and penal law
  8. Participate in meetings and conferences between the District Attorney’s Office and other law enforcement agencies
  9. Advise and assist legal staff in the handling of their assigned cases
  10. Prepare case status and statistical reports, as required
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
  • A Juris Doctorate degree, 4+ years of trial experience or the equivalent and prior management experience preferred
  • US Citizenship and New York State Residency are required. Salary is commensurate with experience.
  • Excellent people skills and demeanor
  • Maintain confidentiality of information
  • Excellent computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
  • Excellent presentation and organizational skills
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and strong ethics
  • Ability to analytically solve issues or problems from inception through conclusion
        Job posted until: March 31, 2017

The Office of the Bronx District Attorney is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion.
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