Deputy Chief of Screening
About The Position
Under the leadership of District Attorney Jason Rogers Williams, the Orleans Parish District Attorney's Office (OPDA) represents the State of Louisiana in criminal matters before courts with jurisdiction in Orleans Parish. It is the mission of OPDA to increase public safety through the ethical, consistent, and zealous enforcement of the law. Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) represent the State of Louisiana in criminal matters before courts with jurisdiction in Orleans Parish. The Screening division receives information regarding arrests made by the police department and determines whether criminal charges should be filed. The Deputy Chief assists the division chief in overseeing the daily operations of the division and its initiatives, in addition to other duties as needed/requested. This position is held by an attorney licensed to practice law in Louisiana, and reports to the division chief.
Requirements
- Member of the Louisiana Bar in good standing
- Comfort with technology, including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to work flexible hours, including at times over 40 hours and weekends/holidays
- Ability to report in person for work, and dependability in attendance and work product
- Effective coach and mentor
- Public speaking ability and effective communication skills
- Extensive knowledge of Louisiana criminal law and procedure
- Extensive criminal trial/courtroom experience
- Demonstrated ability to balance a high volume of work with supervising others
- Ability to foster solid and sustainable working relationships with outside agencies
Responsibilities
- Overseeing the daily operations of the division and its initiatives
- Assisting the division chief
- Determining whether criminal charges should be filed based on arrest information
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Sick leave
- Vacation leave
- Generous paid holiday schedule
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible spending account
- Enrollment in the Louisiana District Attorneys' Retirement System
- Enrollment in the Louisiana Public Employees Deferred Compensation Plan
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
- Frequent, free opportunities for Continuing Legal Education and other relevant training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
