Evening Deputy Bureau Chief Intake and Assessments Bureau

Queens District Attorney's Office•Kew Gardens, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Intake and Assessments Bureau (“IAB”) at the Queens District Attorney’s office is considering candidates for the position of Evening Deputy Bureau Chief. The Intake and Assessment Bureau (“IAB”) manages and supervises attorneys and support staff assessing and analyzing charges at the arrest stage of a criminal prosecution. The level of the position will depend upon the experience of the person selected.

Requirements

J.D. degree
Active member of the New York State bar in good standing
At least 7 years post-J.D. experience
Demonstrated experience assisting junior assistants and trial prep assistants in case analysis and enhancement
Demonstrated experience in training, interacting and/or liaising with other law enforcement agencies
Felony jury trial experience
Extensive knowledge of the New York Penal and Criminal Procedure Law
Strong knowledge of criminal justice reform, with a vision on how to expand the role of the Intake and Assessment Bureau
Thorough working knowledge of the Intake and Arraignment process
Demonstrated ability to work and respond in a high-volume fast-paced environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Superior organizational skills
United States citizenship is required upon commencement of employment
New York State residency is required

Responsibilities

Supervising and managing IAB attorneys and support staff
Training IAB attorneys and support staff on standards and burdens of proof; and complaint drafting
Training IAB attorneys in best practices to enhance overall job performance including investigatory, trial advocacy and litigation skills and application of the highest ethical standards
Supporting the professional development of TPA/Paralegals by implementing training programs for new TPA/Paralegals and ongoing training for senior TPA/Paralegals
Providing direct and ongoing supervision to TPA/Paralegals
Monitoring individual performance and drafting performance evaluations
Overseeing short and long term projects
Interfacing and troubleshooting as necessary with other agencies and groups including NYPD, Corporation Counsel, medical care providers, defense providers and counterparts at other district attorneys’ offices
Generating policy and statistical reports on bail applications
Maintaining weekly schedule of IAB attorneys and support staff
Maintaining timekeeping records
Performing other relevant duties as determined by management.