Job Description

The Kings County District Attorney’s Office serves Brooklyn’s 2.8 million residents and is New York City’s busiest prosecutor’s office. Under the leadership of District Attorney Eric Gonzalez, our office is recognized nationally for its modern, community-centered approach to prosecution, grounded in fairness, integrity, accountability, and public trust. With more than 1,200 attorneys, investigators, and professional staff, we handle a wide and complex range of cases that reflect the size and diversity of the borough we serve. The Kings County District Attorney’s Office is undertaking a major hiring initiative and actively recruiting both new and experienced attorneys to join one of the largest and most dynamic prosecution offices in the country. We have a range of open positions that reflect the breadth of our practice and are seeking candidates with varied interests, experience levels, and career goals. Our work covers the entire criminal justice system, from misdemeanors to homicides to appellate litigation. We also operate many specialized bureaus and units focused on priority and emerging areas of law. Opportunities for New and Experienced Attorneys: Grow Your Career with Impact. We are hiring at all levels of experience. Entry-level Assistant District Attorneys receive comprehensive training and gain courtroom experience handling meaningful cases early in their careers. We are also seeking lateral attorneys from across the legal profession. Whether your background is in prosecution, defense, public interest, or private practice, we invite you to explore a role within our office. Benefits and Work Culture: We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive New York City employee benefits, and membership in the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS). The Kings County District Attorney’s Office is committed to building and sustaining a team that reflects the diversity of Brooklyn. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. The ability to write in a direct and succinct manner and the ability to capture and relay important information effectively. Exceptional organizational skills and the agility to juggle multiple tasks and cases at any given time. Commitment to acquiring or strengthening a rich knowledge of New York statutes, including the Penal and Criminal Procedure Laws, and applying that knowledge in a variety of circumstances. Excellent verbal communication skills and the capacity for patience, flexibility, and creativity in both obtaining and providing information to all kinds of criminal justice system participants. Capacity for high-volume, fast-paced work while remaining calm and professional.

U.S CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED.

Salary commensurate with experience. $85,000 Non-admitted. $90,000 admitted to Max $152,000. Residency Requirement: New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of New York

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