Assistant District Attorney

Allegany County; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable health insurance

Membership in New York State retirement plan

Job summary

A local government entity in New York is seeking an Assistant District Defender to assist in criminal prosecutions. The role includes managing cases, providing legal advice, and preparing for trials. Candidates must possess a law license in New York and be a permanent resident of Allegany County. Excellent benefits such as health insurance and retirement plan membership are offered. If you have the qualifications, apply with your civil service application and resume at the designated office.

Qualifications

• Must be a permanent resident of Allegany County at the time of appointment.
• Valid Driver's License and automobile required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the District Attorney in criminal prosecution.
• Manage cases, including legal advice to law enforcement.
• Prepare cases for trial and handle appeals.

Skills

Legal research

Case management

Court procedures

Legal advice

Education

License to practice law in New York

Job description

ASSISTANT DISTRICT DEFENDER

Allegany County is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Assistant District Attorney. The candidates must be a permanent resident of Allegany County at the time of appointment and must maintain county residency during the length of employment as required by the New York State Public Officers Law.

Employment with Allegany County offers excellent benefits including affordable health insurance and membership in the New York State retirement plan.

Assistant District Attorneys are appointed by the Allegany County District Attorney.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

Assistant District Attorneys assist the District Attorney in representing the People of State of New York in the criminal prosecution of offenses. Assistant District Attorneys perform such duties pertaining to the District Attorney’s office as may be directed by the District Attorney.

Typical Work Activities

Manages assigned cases on intake by examining case file, including complaint and report form, and determining facts versus legal issues;

Works with law enforcement agencies by rendering legal advice, assisting in investigations, coordinating activities on particular cases and preparing search warrants;

Works with local criminal courts by handling violations and misdemeanors, rendering legal advice to magistrates, preparing for preliminary felony hearings and making bail recommendations;

Researches law to determine legal requirements versus evidence;

Prepares for trial by researching points of law and rules of evidence, preparing trial file of evidence, checks on prospective jurors, checks on changes by judge and develops strategy;

Tries case, including jury selection, presentment of cases, preparing opening statements and preparing closing summations;

Handles post judgement motions, including receiving motions to vacate judgment, preparing response and brief and arguing motion in court;

Handles appeals by preparing brief, appendix and trial record, preparing response to defendant’s brief, arguing appeal in County Court, and seeking permission to appeal to high courts if not a matter of right;

Responds to telephone calls from citizens, agencies and law enforcement agencies;

Researches new law and prepares memoranda.

Minimum Qualifications

License to practice law in the State of New York and in good standing.

Special Requirements

Valid Driver’s License and automobile.

Civil Service Jurisdictional Classification

Exempt

This description is a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this job title. The incumbent may not perform all of the specified duties nor are the listed examples exhaustive. Incumbents may be requested to perform related tasks other than those stated herein.

To apply, please submit your civil service application, resume, cover letter, references, and a copy of your attorney's license to Allegany County Human Resources & Civil Service, 7 Court Street, Room 216, Belmont, NY 14813. Please visit Allegany County Human Resources for the complete job description and the civil service application.