Part-Time Evening Assistant District Attorney

NYPTI; City of Hudson (NY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 84,000; Part time

Job summary

The Columbia County District Attorney's Office in Hudson, NY is seeking an Assistant District Attorney for the Evening Session. This part-time, permanent-position requires prosecuting criminal cases, including misdemeanor and felony matters, with evening court duties.

Qualified candidates hold a JD from an accredited law school, are admitted to practice in New York, and meet residency and driver’s license requirements. The appointment is non-bargaining and follows civil service guidelines.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and an active NYS license to practice law.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Must be able to work evenings and be a resident of Columbia County or contiguous counties.

Responsibilities

• Assist with prosecution of criminal cases by investigating, preparing, and presenting in court.
• Cover evening court proceedings across local jurisdictions as assigned.

Skills

Criminal prosecution

Court appearances

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

COLUMBIA COUNTY NEW YORK
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY NOTICE
DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Posting Date: October 5, 2026

Job Title: ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY PART TIME – Evening Session – Permanent-Pending Full Board Approval

Salary Range: $72,836 Work Location: Hudson, NY Classification: This is a non-competitive Civil Service position Non-Bargaining Unit

Distinguishing Features of the Class: The work involves responsibility for assisting with the prosecution of criminal cases. The incumbent of this position is responsible for participating in the prosecution of cases of criminal violations of law in the County by investigating, preparing, and presenting misdemeanor and/or felony cases in criminal court. The work is performed under the general supervision of the District Attorney with wide leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in planning and carrying out the details of the work. Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications: Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and an active license to practice law in New York State. Must be a citizen of the United States.

Special Requirements: Must possess a NYS valid driver’s license for court appearances across local justice courts and must be a resident of Columbia County, or of a contiguous county: Dutchess, Ulster, Greene, Rensselaer, or Albany. Must be able to work evenings.

Note: The incumbent will hold primary responsibility for covering evening court proceedings throughout the County’s local jurisdictions.

PLEASE SUBMIT A LETTER OF INTEREST AND APPLICATION/RESUME TO:
Cheryl Botts, Chief Assistant District Attorney
Columbia County District Attorney’s Office
325 Columbia Street
Hudson, NY 12534
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Deadline for applications: Until Filled
Columbia County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities