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Assistant District Attorney-Auto Theft

Summary

Title:Assistant District Attorney-Auto Theft

ID:902-2025642

Career Opportunity Type:Lateral

Bureau:Felony Trial Bureau

Functional Title:Assistant District Attorney

Salary Range:$97,000-$178,000

Division:Trial Division

Description

JOB SUMMARY: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. Auto Theft Prosecutions are conducted within the Trial Division. Working in partnership with a variety of state, local, and federal agencies, ACP proactively investigates and prosecutes auto larceny rings and auto-stripping rings that steal car parts such as airbags, catalytic converters, and rims. ACP investigates and prosecutes complex frauds involving insurance fraud, internet auto schemes, tow truck and garage fraud. ACP partners with the Crime Strategies Bureau to convert actionable intelligence into pro-active investigations and prosecutions. The Trial Division is seeking an Assistant District Attorney to conduct long-term investigations, prosecutions, and trials of Auto Crimes.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:• Conduct investigations.• Draft subpoenas or warrants for electronic communications data, pen register, cell site/GPS, and other data or property.• Perform a full range of intelligence, analytical, and investigative tasks.• Structure collected evidence into an organized, cogent grand jury presentation.• Prosecute cases that arise from long-term investigations, including meeting discovery obligations, drafting motions and responses, engaging in plea negotiations, conducting hearings and trials.• Oversee work performed by analysts, law enforcement partners, and effectively communicate best practices, areas of improvement, and investigative goals and results to other team members.• Maintain current knowledge of investigative methods and proper application of relevant law.• 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• Collaborate with the Crime Strategies Bureau, staff, and other bureaus to share intelligence.• Perform other duties as required.• Available nights, weekends, and holidays. QUALIFICATIONS:• Juris 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.• Experience conducting long-term investigations. • Significant grand jury experience.• Hearing and trial experience. • Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.• Ample experience with the drafting and review of applications for search warrants (including those related to electronic devices and social media accounts), pen registers and GPS data.• Clear and effective oral and written communication skills.• Strong legal writing skills.• 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.• Ability to work in a collaborative and collegial manner.• Superior organizational, time management, writing, and communication skills.• Knowledge of NYS courts and the criminal justice system.

To ApplyWe appreciate your interest in a position with the Bronx District Attorney's Office. To apply, click below. Please include your cover letter, resume, and the names and telephone numbers of three professional references with your application. Upon your completion, we will review your application and contact you if you are selected for an interview. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact Legal Recruitment at 718-590-2258 or via email at [email protected].

**LOAN FORGIVENESS: The federal government provides student loan forgiveness through its Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLF) to all qualifying public service employees. Working with Bronx District Attorney’s Office qualifies you as a public service employee and you may be able to take advantage of this program while working full-time and meeting the program's other requirements. Please visit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program site to view the eligibility requirements: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service .

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