Hybrid Deputy Bureau Chief - Intake & Assessments (Days/Evenings)

QDAO - Attorney; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Queens District Attorney's Office seeks a Day/Evening Deputy Bureau Chief to oversee the Intake and Assessments Bureau. The hybrid role requires leadership over attorneys and support staff, with a schedule to include days and evenings.

The ideal candidate holds a J.D. and NY bar, with substantial post‑J.D. trial experience, deep knowledge of NY Penal Law, and a proven ability to train and mentor junior staff in a high‑volume environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active NY State bar in good standing; 7+ years post-J.D. experience.
• Experience supervising attorneys and support staff.
• Felony jury trial experience.
• Extensive knowledge of the NY Penal and Criminal Procedure Law.
• Strong knowledge of criminal justice reform and the Intake and Assessment Bureau.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and managing IAB attorneys and support staff.
• Training IAB attorneys and support staff on standards and burdens of proof; and complaint drafting.
• Training IAB attorneys in best practices for investigatory, trial advocacy and ethics.
• Supporting development of TPA/Paralegals with training programs.
• Providing direct supervision to TPA/Paralegals and evaluating performance.
• Overseeing short and long term projects and interfacing with NYPD and other agencies.
• Generating policy and statistical reports on bail applications.
• Maintaining weekly schedule and timekeeping records.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Criminal justice reform knowledge

Felony jury trial experience

Mentoring/training junior staff

Case analysis & preparation

Agency liaison

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

The Queens District Attorney's Office seeks a Day/Evening Deputy Bureau Chief to oversee the Intake and Assessments Bureau. The hybrid role requires leadership over attorneys and support staff, with a schedule to include days and evenings.

The ideal candidate holds a J.D. and NY bar, with substantial post‑J.D. trial experience, deep knowledge of NY Penal Law, and a proven ability to train and mentor junior staff in a high‑volume environment.