Assistant District Attorney

Min 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

The Bronx District Attorney's Office is an equal opportunity employer.

H1: Assistant District Attorney Jobs Available in the Bronx District Attorney's Office
H2: Join the Human Trafficking Unit as an Assistant District Attorney

BOLD HEADLINE: Seeking Experienced Attorneys to Serve as Assistant District Attorneys in the Bronx District Attorney's Office

Organization: Bronx District Attorney's Office
Position: Assistant District Attorney
Department: Human Trafficking Unit
Salary Range: $80,440 - $167,610
Location: Bronx, NY

JOB SUMMARY:

The Bronx District Attorney's Office is currently seeking experienced attorneys to join their Human Trafficking Unit as Assistant District Attorneys. This position offers the opportunity to serve the million members of the Bronx County community and pursue a safer Bronx through fair justice. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience and a passion for working with vulnerable populations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Manage a caseload involving felonies and pre-arrest investigations into human trafficking, as well as other criminal conduct related to trafficking.
- Collaborate with colleagues and supervisors to investigate and strategize complex cases.
- Present appropriate cases to the Grand Jury for indictments.
- Work with a multidisciplinary team of crime victims' advocates and social service providers to assess survivor's needs and connect them with necessary resources.
- Collaborate with investigators, forensic scientists, and law enforcement professionals to enhance investigations and cases.
- Assess T-Visa applications and motions to vacate convictions for human trafficking survivors.
- Staff on-call shifts and attend taskforce meetings, professional training, community outreach, and other meetings as directed.
- Participate in occasional law enforcement operations outside of standard work hours.
- Staff courtrooms and handle a high-volume of cases efficiently and effectively.
- Collaborate with non-legal staff on discovery obligations.
- Respond clearly and effectively (oral/written) to complex and novel legal issues.
- Implement office policies as directed.
- Perform all other duties and projects as designated.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Juris Doctor degree required.
- Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience required.
- US Citizenship and New York State Residency are required as of the first day of employment.
- Member in good standing of the NY State Bar.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work with a diverse population.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to be on-call during nights, holidays, and weekends.
- Prior experience in forensic interviewing preferred, but on-the-job training can be arranged.
- Knowledge of the neighborhoods, resources, and population of Bronx County preferred.

TO APPLY:

To apply for this position, please visit the City of New York's job portal and enter the Job ID 598615. After submitting your application, the Bronx District Attorney's Office will review and or .

LOAN FORGIVENESS:

The Bronx District Attorney's Office qualifies as a public service employer, making employees eligible for the federal government's Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Full-time employees who meet the program's requirements may be eligible for student loan forgiveness. For more information, please visit .

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

The City of New York and the Bronx District Attorney's Office are equal opportunity employers committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination or harassment based on legally protected status or characteristic. This includes but is not limited to sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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Loan Forgiveness, Health Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, Professional Development Opportunities, Flexible Work Schedule, Family Leave, Disability Insurance

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Legal Research, Legal Writing, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Confidentiality, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Time Management, Multitasking, Resourcefulness, Judgment, Ethics, Fast-Paced Environment, On-Call Availability

Juris Doctor degree

To apply, please visit or go to / and enter Job ID 598615.

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor degree, Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience, US Citizenship, New York State Residency, Member in good standing of the NY State Bar, Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, Knowledge of the neighborhoods, resources, and population of Bronx County preferred.

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