Assistant attorney

Job Summary

The Bronx County District Attorney’s Office seeks an experienced, dynamic attorney to serve as Deputy Bureau Chief of the Community Justice Bureau (CJB) . CJB’s mission is to provide meaningful alternatives to incarceration for eligible individuals, improve public safety, and promote fair outcomes through innovative programming and collaborative problem-solving.

The Deputy Bureau Chief will report directly to the Bureau Chief and play a key leadership role in managing staff, driving operational excellence, and strengthening partnerships . The ideal candidate is an experienced leader who can balance legal and courtroom acumen with the ability to mentor staff, streamline processes, and build a culture that aligns with DA Clark’s vision of justice with integrity.

Primary Responsibilities

Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Leadership & Supervision
  • Directly supervise Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) and designated supervisory staff.
  • Provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional development to ensure high standards of work.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and problem-solving.
  • Create and provide trainings for BXDA ADAs about program dispositions.
  • Advise leadership on program policy-related issues.
• Case Oversight & Policy Implementation
  • Oversee case conferencing and approve program dispositions.
  • Ensure all felony cases are properly reviewed and vetted for program eligibility and advise on appropriate dispositions.
  • Supervise compliance monitoring and resolve issues related to program participation.
• Court & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Serve as point of contact with judges, defense counsel, service providers, and partner agencies to facilitate alternative sentencing and problem-solving approaches.
  • Represent the Office in external meetings, interagency committees, and community partnerships.
• Program Development & Evaluation
  • Collaborate with internal and external partners to enhance existing programs and develop new initiatives.
  • Keep current with best practices, legal developments, and innovative approaches in community justice.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on grant applications and award implementation.
• Operational Responsibilities
  • Assist in managing bureau operations, ensuring timely communication and effective case flow.
  • Handle select cases and cover court as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor and admission to practice law in New York State.
• Minimum of 7 years of prosecutorial experience, including significant felony practice.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, ideally with at least 3 years supervising attorneys or legal teams.
• Deep knowledge of alternatives to incarceration principles, substance use and mental health interventions, and problem-solving courts.
• Strong understanding of New York Penal Law and Criminal Procedure Law.
• Excellent judgment, ethics, and decision-making skills under pressure.
• Outstanding communication skills (oral and written), with the ability to represent the Office in high-level discussions.
• Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to manage complex projects and competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel).
  
  

Additional Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and New York State residency.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• This role is in-person and requires presence in the office five days a per week, with the possibility of one remote workday per week at the discretion of the Chief of the Bureau and in accordance with office policy.
  
  

Upon your completion of the city application through Smartrecruiter, we will review your application and contact you if you are selected for an interview. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact Recruitment at 718-590-2258 or via email at [email protected] .

• LOAN FORGIVENESS: The federal government provides student loan forgiveness through its Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLF) to all qualifying public service employees. Working with Bronx District Attorney’s Office qualifies you as a public service employee and you may be able to take advantage of this program while working full-time and meeting the program's other requirements. Please visit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program site to view the eligibility requirements: .
  
  

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.