Assistant District Attorney, Hate Crimes Bureau

Queens District Attorney's Office; New York (NY); On-site; USD 96,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Assistant District Attorney to join the Hate Crimes Bureau, focusing on prosecuting significant felony cases. This role involves working closely with the NYPD Hate Crimes Task Force and handling cases that attract media attention. The successful candidate will engage in community outreach, educating the public and law enforcement about hate crime prosecution. If you have a passion for justice and a commitment to serving the community, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the fight against hate crimes.

Benefits

Federal loan forgiveness eligibility

State repayment assistance programs

Qualifications

• Must possess a J.D. degree and be an active member of the NY State bar.
• At least 4 years of experience as a prosecutor required.

Responsibilities

• Handle felony cases, including investigations and prosecutions of hate crimes.
• Engage in community outreach and educate on hate crime prosecution.

Skills

Felony trial experience

Investigations

Drafting search warrants

PowerPoint presentations

Organization skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

The Queens County District Attorney’s Office seeks an ADA with significant felony trial experience to join the Hate Crimes Bureau.

The position entails handling the vertical case load of felony cases involving investigating possible bias cases and prosecuting hate crimes. This commonly involves working extensively with members of the NYPD Hate Crimes Task Force and often concerns incidents which garner significant media attention. In addition to handling these investigations and cases, the position also requires community outreach to impacted groups and educating members of the public and law enforcement on hate crime prosecution.

Qualifications

An interested applicant must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the New York State bar in good standing and have at least 4 years of experience as a prosecutor. Applicants should also have:

1. Substantial grand jury and felony trial experience
2. Experience in investigations, including, but not limited to, drafting search warrants
3. Talent and proficiency with PowerPoint presentations
4. Strong organization, written and oral skills

Salary will be commensurate with experience, ranging from $96,000 to $128,000.

Pursuant to Public Officers Law Section 3(1), United States citizenship is required of all Assistant District Attorneys upon commencement of their employment, as is New York State residency.

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 upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Please review the notice to see if you may be eligible for programs and how to apply at nyc.gov/studentloans.