Closing Date: 8th May, 2024
Description:
A Government Entity is committed to serving the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community through the Office's groundbreaking mission of “Pursuing Justice with Integrity” by fulfilling our duty to victims and providing fairness to defendants. We are looking for a diverse staff that reflects the community we serve. The Bronx District Attorney is seeking experienced attorneys (7+ years) to investigate and prosecute major cases in the Special Victims Division, which consists of the Child Abuse/ Sex Crimes Bureau, the Domestic Violence Bureau, and the Human Trafficking Unit.Job Responsibilities:
- Investigate and prosecute Major Cases in the Special Victims Division
- Collaborate closely with Bureau Chief/Unit Chief, Deputy Bureau Chiefs, and other Supervisors
- Operate at a high level of proficiency in both oral and written advocacy
- Have a good understanding of medical and forensic evidence related to Special Victim cases
- Effectively liaise and collaborate with other Agencies such as the New York City Police Department, the Administration for Children's Services, the Bronx Child Advocacy Center, the Bronx
- Family Justice Center and other partners in the field of Special Victims
- Participate in meetings and conferences both internally and externally
- When needed, advise, assist, and second seat, both in grand jury and trial, all levels of legal staff
- All other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor degree required
- Minimum of 7 years of criminal trial experience
- Minimum of 5 felony jury trials or “Major Case” Investigations (Applicants must provide list of trials and major case investigations with case descriptions and brief summaries)
- U.S. citizenship and New York State residency are required as of first day of employment
- Member in good standing of the NY State Bar
- Ability to exercise good judgment and strong ethics
- Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
- Exhibit an ability to maintain confidentiality of information
- Ability to analytically solve issues or problems from inception through conclusion
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced work environment and handle a high volume of cases
- Ability to work nights, holidays and weekends as needed
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/
Residency Requirement:
New York State Residency is Required on the first day of employment
