City of New York
Assistant District Attorney - Animal Cruelty Prosecution Initiative
City of New York, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
The Bronx District Attorney’s Office seeks an experienced attorney (7+ years) to serve as Director of the Animal Cruelty Prosecution Initiative (ACPI) within the Investigations Division. The Director will lead, oversee, and supervise a multidisciplinary team in the investigation and prosecution of crimes against animals in Bronx County, including animal fighting, gross neglect and abandonment, failure to provide adequate care, and other abuses. The Director will also lead ACPI’s efforts to prevent animal abuse through education, training, community engagement, and collaboration with community-based organizations, and will work closely with law enforcement agencies and organizations such as the NYPD ACIS and ASPCA. Responsibilities
Oversee, supervise, and direct all investigations and prosecutions conducted by ACPI. Serve as a resource to bureaus and Divisions to assist with animal cruelty cases as needed. Maintain a caseload and motivate, organize, and direct ACPI staff to perform their duties with integrity. Maintain current knowledge of investigative methods and proper application of relevant law, including Article 26 of the Agriculture and Markets Law. Participate in meetings and conferences with law enforcement agencies and organizations (ACIS, ASPCA, Association of Prosecuting Attorneys’ Animal Abuse Prosecution Project). Train staff in relevant federal and state statutory law and case law for criminal procedure and penal law. Advise and assist legal and non-legal staff on assigned cases and duties. Conduct in-depth case reviews and conferences; implement Office policies as directed. Maintain clear and effective oral and written communication and relationships with NYPD and other agencies. Maintain records of investigations or cases related to animal cruelty. Assist with performing other duties as required. Available nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Qualifications
Juris Doctorate degree required. 7+ years of experience; 12 months in a managerial role required. Active and in Good Standing with the New York State Bar. US Citizenship and New York State Residency required on the first day of employment. Significant experience conducting and overseeing criminal investigations and prosecutions, including evidence-based cases, grand jury, and trials. Experience developing and managing complex investigations and familiarity with Agriculture and Markets Laws related to animals. Experience drafting, reviewing, and assessing the legal sufficiency of search warrants. Ability to maintain confidentiality, strong ethics, and excellent legal writing and communication skills. Strong business planning, forecasting, presentation, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. Knowledge of NYS courts and the criminal justice system. Additional Information
Residency: New York State Residency is REQUIRED on the first day of employment. Employment type: Full-time Salary: $103,497.00 – $175,000.00 EEO statement: The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment based on protected status or characteristics.
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The Bronx District Attorney’s Office seeks an experienced attorney (7+ years) to serve as Director of the Animal Cruelty Prosecution Initiative (ACPI) within the Investigations Division. The Director will lead, oversee, and supervise a multidisciplinary team in the investigation and prosecution of crimes against animals in Bronx County, including animal fighting, gross neglect and abandonment, failure to provide adequate care, and other abuses. The Director will also lead ACPI’s efforts to prevent animal abuse through education, training, community engagement, and collaboration with community-based organizations, and will work closely with law enforcement agencies and organizations such as the NYPD ACIS and ASPCA. Responsibilities
Oversee, supervise, and direct all investigations and prosecutions conducted by ACPI. Serve as a resource to bureaus and Divisions to assist with animal cruelty cases as needed. Maintain a caseload and motivate, organize, and direct ACPI staff to perform their duties with integrity. Maintain current knowledge of investigative methods and proper application of relevant law, including Article 26 of the Agriculture and Markets Law. Participate in meetings and conferences with law enforcement agencies and organizations (ACIS, ASPCA, Association of Prosecuting Attorneys’ Animal Abuse Prosecution Project). Train staff in relevant federal and state statutory law and case law for criminal procedure and penal law. Advise and assist legal and non-legal staff on assigned cases and duties. Conduct in-depth case reviews and conferences; implement Office policies as directed. Maintain clear and effective oral and written communication and relationships with NYPD and other agencies. Maintain records of investigations or cases related to animal cruelty. Assist with performing other duties as required. Available nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Qualifications
Juris Doctorate degree required. 7+ years of experience; 12 months in a managerial role required. Active and in Good Standing with the New York State Bar. US Citizenship and New York State Residency required on the first day of employment. Significant experience conducting and overseeing criminal investigations and prosecutions, including evidence-based cases, grand jury, and trials. Experience developing and managing complex investigations and familiarity with Agriculture and Markets Laws related to animals. Experience drafting, reviewing, and assessing the legal sufficiency of search warrants. Ability to maintain confidentiality, strong ethics, and excellent legal writing and communication skills. Strong business planning, forecasting, presentation, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. Knowledge of NYS courts and the criminal justice system. Additional Information
Residency: New York State Residency is REQUIRED on the first day of employment. Employment type: Full-time Salary: $103,497.00 – $175,000.00 EEO statement: The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment based on protected status or characteristics.
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