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Assistant District Attorney
Summary
Title:Assistant District Attorney
ID:902 - 2020089
Department:Appeals Bureau
Functional Title:Supervising Assistant District Attorney
Salary Range:$103,300
Description
JOB SUMMARY:
The Bronx District Attorney’s Office is seeking a well-qualified staff whose diverse backgrounds reflect an ability to serve the over 1.3 million members of the Bronx County community and pursue a safer Bronx through fair justice. The Bronx District Attorney is seeking an experienced attorney (5+ years) to supervise attorneys in the prosecution of criminal cases and appellate matters in the Appeals Bureau.  This position involves the day-to-day oversight of the processing of cases and appellate matters 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:
  • Oversee and participate in the prosecution of criminal cases in Bronx County
  • Evaluate and screen cases in assigned area to determine appropriate action
  • Collaborate closely with Bureau Chief and Deputy Bureau Chief to administer policy
  • Trains staff on Federal and State statutory and case law regarding criminal procedure and penal law
  • Participates in meetings and conferences between the District Attorney’s Office and other law enforcement agencies
  • Advises and assists legal staff in the handling of their assigned cases
  • Prepares case status and statistical reports, as required
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
  • A Juris Doctorate degree, 5+ years of trial experience or the equivalent and prior   
  • Management experience preferred
  • US Citizenship and New York State Residency are required as of first day of employment
  • Ability to motivate, organize, and direct all levels of staff in various responsibilities
  • Working knowledge of investigative methods
  • Must understand and respond clearly and effectively (oral/written) to complex legal issues
  • Excellent people skills and demeanor
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
  • Excellent computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Adobe 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


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