Managerial Position, Criminal Court Bureau

Queens District Attorney's Office•Kew Gardens, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a manager in the Queens District Attorney’s Criminal Court Bureau (“CC”) who will manage and supervise attorneys and support staff during the prosecution of misdemeanor cases.

Requirements

J.D. degree
Active member of the New York State bar in good standing
At least 8 years of experience as a prosecutor
Felony jury trial experience
Demonstrated experience supervising junior assistants and trial prep assistants in case analysis and enhancement
Ability to work non-traditional/evening hours to supervise ADAs working past 5:00 PM
Demonstrated experience in training, interacting and/or liaising with other law enforcement agencies
Comprehensive knowledge of crimes contained in NY Penal and Criminal Procedure Laws
Strong knowledge of criminal justice reform, with an emphasis on discovery requirements
Thorough working knowledge of the NYC Criminal Court
Demonstrated ability to work and respond in a high-volume fast-paced environment
United States citizenship
New York State residency

Nice To Haves

Prior management or teaching experience
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Superior organizational skills

Responsibilities

Overseeing and managing part supervisors
Supervising and training CC attorneys and support staff regarding protocols and procedures
Conducting legal training for CC attorneys in best practices to enhance overall job performance including investigatory, trial advocacy and litigation skills and application of the highest ethical standards
Second seating new attorneys on hearings and bench and jury trials
Scheduling court assignments for legal and support staff members
Maintaining reports and analyzing statistics including dispositions, plea rates, discovery certification rates and bureau index crime resolution rates
Interfacing and troubleshooting as necessary with other agencies and groups including judges and other court staff, NYPD, Corporation Counsel, medical care providers, defense providers and counterparts at other district attorneys’ offices.