JOB SUMMARY:
The Bronx District Attorney is seeking an experienced attorney (7+ years of criminal law experience) to supervise attorneys in the prosecution of criminal cases in the Special Investigation Bureau. 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. The Special Investigation Bureau (“SIB”) is dedicated to conducting long-term investigations utilizing eavesdropping and other electronic surveillance methods into diverse criminal activity.

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

1. Overseeing and participating in the prosecution of criminal cases in Bronx County
2. Evaluates and screens cases in assigned area to determine appropriate action
3. Drafting, reviewing and editing applications for eavesdropping warrants
4. Working with other Assistant District Attorneys and Law Enforcement agencies to conduct investigations into drug and gun trafficking, gangs, labor racketeering, money laundering, tax fraud and other criminal activity
5. Ability to motivate, organize, and direct all levels of staff in various responsibilities
6. Must understand and respond clearly and effectively (oral/written) to complex legal issues
7. Trains staff on Federal and State statutory and case law regarding criminal procedure and penal law
8. Participates in meetings and conferences between the District Attorney’s Office and other law enforcement agencies
9. Advises and assists legal staff in the handling of their assigned cases
10. Prepares case status and statistical reports, as required

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Juris Doctorate degree, 7+ years of criminal law experience or the equivalent and prior management experience preferred
• US Citizenship and New York State Residency are required. Salary is commensurate with experience
• Extensive writing and editing experience
• Experience with criminal investigations involving the use of wiretaps related to enterprise corruption, operating as a major trafficker a plus
• Excellent people skills and demeanor
• Capable of handling strict statutory deadlines
• 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

        Job posted: March 31, 2017
 

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