Assistant District Attorney - Rikers Island Prosecution

The Bronx District Attorneys Office seeks a well-qualified staff whose diverse backgrounds contribute to serve the 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community and pursue a safer Bronx through fair justice. The Rikers Island Prosecutions Bureau (RIPB), located within the Investigations Division, investigates and prosecutes crimes committed on Rikers Island, which may include the following: contraband smuggling, arson, serious assaults, sex offenses, attempted murder and murder cases. RIPB is seeking an Investigative Assistant District Attorney to conduct long-term investigations and trials.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct investigations

Organize and present grand jury presentations

Prosecute the cases that arise from investigations, including meeting discovery obligations, drafting motions and responses

Engage in plea negotiations, conduct hearings and trials

Maintain current knowledge of investigative methods and proper application of relevant law

Analyze trends of violence on Rikers Island and develop strategies for investigations and prosecutions

Participate in meetings and conferences between the DAs Office and other law enforcement agencies

Clear and effective oral and written communication

Communicate across multiple organizational levels, both internally and externally

Available nights, weekends and holidays

Available to rotate between the Bronx District Attorneys main office on 161st Street in Bronx County and the satellite office on Rikers Island.

Perform other duties as required

Juris Doctorate degree and admission to New York State Bar in Good Standing required

US Citizenship and New York State residency are required as of the first day of employment

3+ years of experience conducting investigative and trial work.

Significant experience conducting long term investigations into gang violence, contraband smuggling, arson, serious assaults, sex offenses, and other organized criminal activity

Significant trial experience including, but not limited to, trials involving gangs, contraband smuggling, arson, serious assaults, sex offenses, attempted murder and murder cases

A firm grasp of the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)

Ability to maintain confidentiality of information

Strong legal writing skills

Excellent people skills and demeanor

Ability to maintain confidentiality of information

Ability to exercise good judgment and strong ethics

Excellent computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders

Ability to solve complex issues arising from investigations and case management problems from inception through conclusion both professionally and fairly

Knowledge of NYS courts and the criminal justice system

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.