Domestic Violence Deputy Bureau Chief

City of New York • New York, NY

3d • $140,000 - $175,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Richmond County District Attorney’s Office is seeking an experienced Assistant District Attorney to share the dedication, commitment, and passion for the agency’s mission. Under the general supervision of the Chief of Domestic Violence Bureau, the selected candidate will be responsible for the supervision and management of the Domestic Violence Bureau. This includes overseeing the complaint room, screening new cases, reviewing complaints and charges, and ensuring thorough investigation and paperwork by the NYPD. The role involves reviewing, assigning, and conferencing cases with misdemeanor and felony ADAs, supervising felony cases in the Grand Jury, training on witness preparation and Grand Jury practice, and conducting pre-indictment negotiations. The Deputy Bureau Chief will also second seat hearings and trials, assist ADAs with preparation, and maintain a high-level felony caseload within the Domestic Violence Bureau. Additionally, the position requires attending meetings as a representative of the Bureau and office with NYPD, the Family Justice Center (FJC), criminal justice partners, and outside agencies, acting as a liaison on policy and specific issues. Other duties may be assigned by the Chief of Domestic Violence.

Requirements

• New York Bar admission
• Must be a New York State resident.
• Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Supervisory experience and foreign language skills a plus
• At least 6 - 10 years’ experience in prosecuting felonies
• Strong analytical, organizational, written and oral communication skills
• Resourcefulness and ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Supervision and management of the Domestic Violence Bureau.
• Supervising the complaint room, assisting with screening of new cases, review of complaints, charges and thorough investigation and paperwork by NYPD.
• Reviewing, assigning and conferencing cases with misdemeanor and felony ADAs.
• Supervising felony cases in the Grand Jury, training on appropriate witness preparation and Grand Jury practice as well as pre-indictment negotiations.
• Second seating hearing and trials, assisting ADAs in their hearing and trial preparation.
• Maintaining a high-level felony caseload, as assigned, within the Domestic Violence Bureau in compliance with agency policy, applicable law, and victim services standards.
• Attending meetings as a representative of the Domestic Violence Bureau and the office with NYPD, the Family Justice Center (FJC), criminal justice partners, outside agencies, and acting as a liaison therein on policy and specific issues.
• Other duties as assigned by the Chief of Domestic Violence.

Benefits

• Free city-wide health plan option.
• 5 weeks of annual leave; 12 days of sick leave; and thirteen paid holidays annually.
• Management Benefits Fund, which provides comprehensive dental and vision coverage, access to free life insurance, and gym reimbursement.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Reimbursement for the annual bar association and notary fees.
• Pension plan through the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS).
• Deferred compensation plans - 401(k) and 457.
• Professional development programs including in-house CLE courses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed