Assistant District Attorney-Auto Theft Prosecutions

The Office of the Bronx District Attorney; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan forgiveness eligibility

Diverse work environment

Job summary

An urban legal office in New York is seeking an Assistant District Attorney to focus on investigating and prosecuting auto crimes. Candidates must possess a Juris Doctorate degree and be admitted to the New York State Bar. With responsibilities including conducting investigations and drafting legal documents, the ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of trial experience and strong communication skills. This position supports a safer community through responsible prosecution.

Qualifications

• Jurisdictions must be licensed in New York State.
• 3+ years of investigative and trial work experience.
• Significant grand jury experience required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations and prosecutions of auto crimes.
• Draft legal documents including subpoenas and warrants.
• Collaborate with law enforcement agencies on investigations.

Skills

Investigative skills

Legal writing

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctorate degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Bronx District Attorney’s Office seeks a well-qualified staff whose diverse backgrounds contribute to serve the 1.4 million residents of the Bronx County community and who will pursue a safer Bronx through fair justice. Auto Theft Prosecutions are conducted within the Trial Division. Working in partnership with a variety of state, local, and federal agencies, ACP proactively investigates and prosecutes auto larceny rings and auto-stripping rings that steal car parts such as airbags, catalytic converters, and rims. ACP investigates and prosecutes complex frauds involving insurance fraud, internet auto schemes, tow truck and garage fraud. ACP partners with the Crime Strategies Bureau to convert actionable intelligence into pro-active investigations and prosecutions. The Trial Division is seeking an Assistant District Attorney to conduct long-term investigations, prosecutions, and trials of Auto Crimes.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conduct investigations.
• Draft subpoenas or warrants for electronic communications data, pen register, cell site/GPS, and other data or property.
• Perform a full range of intelligence, analytical, and investigative tasks.
• Structure collected evidence into an organized, cogent grand jury presentation.
• Prosecute cases that arise from long-term investigations, including meeting discovery obligations, drafting motions and responses, engaging in plea negotiations, conducting hearings and trials.
• Oversee work performed by analysts, law enforcement partners, and effectively communicate best practices, areas of improvement, and investigative goals and results to other team members.
• Maintain current knowledge of investigative methods and proper application of relevant law.
• 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.
• Collaborate with the Crime Strategies Bureau, staff, and other bureaus to share intelligence.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Available nights, weekends, and holidays.

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.
• Experience conducting long-term investigations.
• Significant grand jury experience.
• Hearing and trial experience.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Ample experience with the drafting and review of applications for search warrants (including those related to electronic devices and social media accounts), pen registers and GPS data.
• Clear and effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong legal writing skills.
• 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.
• Ability to work in a collaborative and collegial manner.
• Superior organizational, time management, writing, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of NYS courts and the criminal justice system.

TO APPLY

We appreciate your interest in a position with the Bronx District Attorney's Office. To apply, please include your cover letter, resume, and the names and telephone numbers of three professional references with your application. Upon submission, we will review your materials and contact you if you are selected for an interview. If you have any questions or concerns, contact Legal Recruitment at 718-590-2258 or via email at [e-mail].

LOAN FORGIVENESS

The federal government provides student loan forgiveness through its Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) to all qualifying public service employees. Working with the Bronx District Attorney’s Office 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: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EEO Statement: 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 on protected status, including sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.