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    Assistant District Attorney - Bronx, United States - New York City, NY

    New York City, NY
    New York City, NY Bronx, United States

    1 week ago

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    The Bronx District Attorney's Office seeks a well-qualified staff whose diverse backgrounds contribute to serve the 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community and pursue a safer Bronx through fair justice.

    The Rikers Island Prosecutions Bureau (RIPB), located within the Investigations Division, investigates and prosecutes crimes committed on Rikers Island, which may include the following: contraband smuggling, arson, serious assaults, sex offenses, attempted murder and murder cases.

    RIPB is seeking an Investigative Assistant District Attorney to conduct long-term investigations and trials.


    JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
    Conduct investigations

    Organize and present grand jury presentations

    Prosecute the cases that arise from investigations, including meeting discovery obligations, drafting motions and responses

    Engage in plea negotiations, conduct hearings and trials

    Maintain current knowledge of investigative methods and proper application of relevant law

    Analyze trends of violence on Rikers Island and develop strategies for investigations and prosecutions

    Participate in meetings and conferences between the DA's Office and other law enforcement agencies

    Clear and effective oral and written communication

    Communicate across multiple organizational levels, both internally and externally

    Available nights, weekends and holidays


    Available to rotate between the Bronx District Attorney's main office on 161st Street in Bronx County and the satellite office on Rikers Island.

    Perform other duties as required

    Minimum Qualifications

    Juris Doctorate degree and admission to New York State Bar in Good Standing required

    US Citizenship and New York State residency are required as of the first day of employment

    3+ years of experience conducting investigative and trial work.

    Significant experience conducting long term investigations into gang violence, contraband smuggling, arson, serious assaults, sex offenses, and other organized criminal activity

    Significant trial experience including, but not limited to, trials involving gangs, contraband smuggling, arson, serious assaults, sex offenses, attempted murder and murder cases

    A firm grasp of the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)

    Ability to maintain confidentiality of information

    Strong legal writing skills

    Excellent people skills and demeanor

    Ability to maintain confidentiality of information

    Ability to exercise good judgment and strong ethics

    Excellent computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel

    Ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders

    Ability to solve complex issues arising from investigations and case management problems from inception through conclusion both professionally and fairly

    Knowledge of NYS courts and the criminal justice system

    Residency Requirement

    We appreciate your interest in a position with the Bronx District Attorney's Office. Click Apply for Job to apply.


    LOAN FORGIVENESS:

    The federal government provides student loan forgiveness through its Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLF) to all qualifying public service employees.

    Working with DCWP qualifies you as a public service employee and you may be able to take advantage of this program while working full-time and meeting the program's other requirements.

    Please visit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program site to view the eligibility requirements:

    Additional Information


    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.



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