Government
Bronx, NY
Criminal Law - Prosecution Attorney in Bronx, NY
Attorney
Min 3 yrs required
No
H1: Assistant District Attorney - Rikers Island Prosecution
H2: **Members Only** Seeks Experienced Investigative ADA
Organization: **Members Only**
Department: Rikers Island Prosecutions Bureau
Job Title: Investigative Assistant District Attorney
Salary Range: $80, - $167,
Experience Level: Experienced (non-manager)
Job Level: 00
Number of Positions: 5
Work Location: Bronx, NY
Job Description:
- Conduct long-term investigations and trials related to crimes committed on Rikers Island
- Organize and present grand jury presentations
- Prosecute cases and fulfill discovery obligations
- Engage in plea negotiations, hearings, and trials
- Stay updated on investigative methods and relevant laws
- Analyze trends of violence on Rikers Island and develop strategies for investigations and prosecutions
- Participate in meetings and conferences with other law enforcement agencies
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to rotate between main office in Bronx County and satellite office on Rikers Island
- Other duties as required
Minimum Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate degree and admission to New York State Bar in Good Standing
- US Citizenship and New York State residency required
- 3+ years of experience in investigative and trial work
- Significant experience in long-term investigations related to gang violence, contraband smuggling, arson, serious assaults, sex offenses, and other organized criminal activity
- Significant trial experience, including cases involving gangs, contraband smuggling, arson, serious assaults, sex offenses, attempted murder, and murder
- Familiarity with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Strong legal writing skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to exercise good judgment and strong ethics
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to solve complex issues professionally and fairly
- Knowledge of NYS courts and the criminal justice system
Residency Requirement:
- Must reside in New York State on the first day of employment
Loan Forgiveness:
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLF) available for qualifying public service employees, including those working with the **Members Only**
Additional Information:
- The City of New York is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and a harassment-free work environment
- Apply for job through the provided link
- Job ID: 540468
- Civil Service Title: Assistant District Attorney
- Title Code: 30114
- Title Classification: Exempt-4
- Business Title: Assistant District Attorney - Rikers Island Prosecution
- Posted Until: 04/08/2025
Category:
- Legal Affairs
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