• Supervising Assistant District Attorney - Felony…

    City of New York (New York, NY)


    Job Description

    JOB SUMMARY:

    The Bronx District Attorney’s Office is comprised of a highly skilled and well-qualified staff whose diverse backgrounds reflect and serve the more than 1.5 million residents of Bronx County. Together, we work to pursue a safer Bronx through fair and equitable justice.

     

    We are currently seeking experienced attorneys (4+ years) to serve as Supervising Assistant District Attorneys (Supervising ADAs). Supervising ADAs play a critical leadership role in our Office. In addition to guiding and training Assistant District Attorneys, they help cultivate a positive, collaborative, and mission-driven culture. Supervising ADAs are essential in fostering professional growth, providing ongoing feedback, modeling high ethical standards, and ensuring that each ADA has the support, structure, and mentorship needed to thrive. They also oversee case management and support the day-to-day operations of their assigned bureaus.

    At this time, opportunities for Supervising ADAs are available in the following bureaus:

    - Felony Trial Bureau 30

     

    - Felony Trial Bureau 40

     

    - General Crimes (Misdemeanor) Bureau

    JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Participating in the training, mentoring, and professional development of Assistant District Attorneys

     

    Helping to supervise the daily operations and workflow of the assigned bureau

     

    Maintaining an active caseload of criminal matters

     

    Conferencing cases, assigning matters, and providing guidance on case strategy

     

    Overseeing and participating in key stages of litigation, including first and second Grand Jury proceedings, pre-trial hearings, and trials

     

    Working nights, weekends, and holidays as needed to meet operational demands

     

    Performing all additional duties as required by the specific bureau’s role and responsibilities

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    A Juris Doctorate degree required

     

    Admission to the New State Bar required

     
     

    4+ years of trial experience or the equivalent required

     

    Demonstrated experience in training, lecturing, coaching, or mentoring attorneys or legal staff

     

    Proven ability to lead, motivate, and inspire a team in a fast-paced environment

     

    Ability to supervise and support staff in both in-person and remote settings, as needed

     

    Strong interpersonal skills and a professional, collaborative demeanor

     

    Ability to exercise sound judgment, uphold the highest ethical standards, and maintain strict confidentiality

     

    Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to manage issues from inception through resolution

     

    Proficiency with computer systems, digital evidence platforms, and common office software

    ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY (S - 30114

    Qualifications

    Additional Information

     

    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.

     

    Salary Min: $150,000.00

     

    Salary Max: $188,000.00