Managerial Position, Criminal Court Bureau

QDAO - Attorney; New York (NY); On-site; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

QDAO - Attorney in New York City seeks a manager for the Queens District Attorney's Criminal Court Bureau, responsible for supervising attorneys and support staff involved in misdemeanor cases.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of prosecutorial experience, a J.D. degree, and possess strong interpersonal skills. Salary range is between $160,000 and $190,000, commensurate with experience, showcasing the importance of strong management in a fast-paced legal environment.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience as a prosecutor.
• Felony jury trial experience required.
• Demonstrated experience in supervising and training.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and managing supervisors in the Criminal Court Bureau.
• Conducting legal training for CC attorneys.
• Maintaining reports and analyzing statistics.

Skills

Legal training for attorneys

Supervision of attorneys

Trial advocacy skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

J.D. degree

Active member of New York State bar

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a manager in the Queens District Attorney's Criminal Court Bureau ("CC") who will manage and supervise attorneys and support staff during the prosecution of misdemeanor cases. The Manager's responsibilities include:

• Overseeing and managing part supervisors
• Supervising and training CC attorneys and support staff regarding protocols and procedures
• Conducting legal training for CC attorneys in best practices to enhance overall job performance including investigatory, trial advocacy and litigation skills and application of the highest ethical standards
• Second seating new attorneys on hearings and bench and jury trials
• Scheduling court assignments for legal and support staff members
• Maintaining reports and analyzing statistics including dispositions, plea rates, discovery certification rates and bureau index crime resolution rates
• Interfacing and troubleshooting as necessary with other agencies and groups including judges and other court staff, NYPD, Corporation Counsel, medical care providers, defense providers and counterparts at other district attorneys' offices

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 8 years of experience as a prosecutor. Applicants should also have:

• Felony jury trial experience
• Demonstrated experience supervising junior assistants and trial prep assistants in case analysis and enhancement
• Ability to work non-traditional/evening hours to supervise ADAs working past 5:00 PM
• Demonstrated experience in training, interacting and/or liaising with other law enforcement agencies
• Comprehensive knowledge of crimes contained in NY Penal and Criminal Procedure Laws
• Strong knowledge of criminal justice reform, with an emphasis on discovery requirements
• Thorough working knowledge of the NYC Criminal Court
• Demonstrated ability to work and respond in a high-volume fast-paced environment
• Prior management or teaching experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Superior organizational skills

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter addressed to Vincent J. Carroll Jr., Counsel to the Chief Assistant. Please submit through the link below.

Salary

Both title and salary will be commensurate with experience. Titles include Section Chief, Assistant Deputy Bureau Chief and Deputy Bureau Chief. Salary range is from $160,000 to $190,000.

Civil Service Requirements

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.

Equal Opportunity

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/student loans.