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. The Economic Crimes Bureau (ECB), located within the Investigations Division, investigates and prosecutes cybercrimes, complex frauds involving cryptocurrency, and fraudulent schemes to defraud the public, businesses and government agencies in Bronx County. ECB is seeking an Investigative Assistant District Attorney to conduct long-term investigations and trials.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct investigations
Organize and present grand jury presentations
Prosecute the cases that arise from investigations, including meeting discovery obligations, drafting motions and responses
Engage in plea negotiations, conduct hearings and trials
Maintain current knowledge of investigative methods and proper application of relevant law
Analyze trends of violence on Rikers Island and develop strategies for investigations and prosecutions
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
Perform other duties as required
Available nights, weekends and holidays
ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY (S - 30114
uris 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.
Significant experience conducting long term investigations into gang violence, contraband smuggling, arson, serious assaults, sex offenses, and other organized criminal activity
Significant trial experience including, but not limited to, trials involving gangs, contraband smuggling, arson, serious assaults, sex offenses, attempted murder and murder cases
A firm grasp of the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
Strong legal writing skills
Excellent people skills and demeanor
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
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
Knowledge of NYS courts and the criminal justice system
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