Executive Assistant District Attorney, Community Partnerships
About The Position
We are seeking a highly experienced and accomplished prosecutor for the position of Executive Assistant District Attorney in the Community Partnerships Division which currently includes the Community Engagement, Youth Empowerment and Civic Awareness Units. Detailed descriptions of the units may be found at https://queensda.org/community-partnerships/ . Responsibilities include: Overseeing the management of the Community Partnerships Division, which handles hundreds of community events each year—and supervising a team of about twenty staff members Advising the District Attorney on community event invitations and staffing these events Developing and implementing public safety programming for the community Reviewing complaints and public safety concerns received from community members and making appropriate referrals Serving as a liaison between elected officials, community leaders, and the QDA office. Attending weekly and/or daily bureau briefings with the District Attorney and her senior staff Staying current on community issues and concerns This position requires attending events on weekends, holidays and evenings.
Requirements
- J.D. degree
- Active member of the New York State Bar in good standing
- At least 20 years of post-J.D. experience
- Extensive management experience in a prosecutor’s office
- Experience in Queens community affairs or community relations
- Significant experience in planning and supervising large events
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
- United States citizenship is required
- New York State residency is required
Nice To Haves
- Existing relationships with local elected officials, Queens community based organizations, Queens clergy members, Queens civic associations
Responsibilities
- Overseeing the management of the Community Partnerships Division, which handles hundreds of community events each year—and supervising a team of about twenty staff members
- Advising the District Attorney on community event invitations and staffing these events
- Developing and implementing public safety programming for the community
- Reviewing complaints and public safety concerns received from community members and making appropriate referrals
- Serving as a liaison between elected officials, community leaders, and the QDA office
- Attending weekly and/or daily bureau briefings with the District Attorney and her senior staff
- Staying current on community issues and concerns
Benefits
- Federal loan forgiveness programs
- State repayment assistance programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
