JOB TITLE:Assistant District Attorney in the Crime Strategies Bureau REPORTS TO: *Assigned Unit Chief and Bureau Chief *COMPENSATION:starting salary of $88,500 annually;commensurate with experience FLSA STATUS:Full-time/Exempt CLASSIFICATION:N/A POSITION PROFILE: The Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office (SCDAO) seeks an experienced Assistant District Attorney (ADA) for its Crime Strategies Bureau. The Crime Strategies Bureau (CSB) directly addresses gun- and gang-related violence by coordinating prosecutions through the Gang Unit, Narcotics Unit, Juvenile Unit, and Juvenile Alternative Resolution (JAR) Program. The CSB screens out first-time and low-level offenders and targets those who drive violent crime, distribute large quantities of illicit drugs, and pose the greatest threat to the communities within Suffolk County. During the vetting process, unit assignment within the Crime Strategies Bureau will be discussed with the applicant pursuant to the operational needs of the Crime Strategies Bureau at that time and the applicant’s areas of interest. Applicants must be dedicated to public service, public safety, and fairness and justice for all who come into contact with the criminal justice system. /Per SCDAO’s vaccine mandate, as a condition of employment, successful applicants will be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination or an approved exemption as of their start date. Details on demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment./ ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Represent the Commonwealth at all stages of criminal prosecution in the Suffolk Superior Court. This includes, but is not limited to: * Conducting complex grand jury investigations; * Handling arraignments and corresponding motions such as bail requests, conditions of release, dangerousness hearings, and bail revocation hearings as appropriate; * Conducting pre-trial hearings and conferences, and litigating evidentiary and non-evidentiary motions such as motions for discovery and motions to suppress; * Handling trials, pleas, sentencing, and post-conviction matters. * Work closely with colleagues, victim witness advocates, law enforcement, court personnel, the defense bar, criminal justice agencies, community partners, and the public to ensure successful, holistic approach to prosecution that balances the safety and well- being of the victims, defendants, and communities we serve. * Attend meetings with our community and law enforcement partners. * Review charging decisions made by law enforcement agencies and make appropriate recommendations and changes as needed. * Review evidentiary reports, identify and interview victims and witnesses, prepare discovery, and provide discovery to defense counsel. * Review case files, applicable statutes and case law, victim information and input, and determine an appropriate recommendation for case resolution. Conference the same with defense counsel. * Keep abreast of court decisions and legislation affecting Massachusetts law and prepare written memoranda where appropriate. * Understand applicable rules, laws, and guidelines, including the Rules of Criminal Procedure, the Massachusetts Guide to Evidence, and the mandates of the Victims’ Bill of Rights. * Interact with victims, defendants, families, and witnesses with kindness and professionalism. * Ability to manage crises and excel in high-stress, dynamic, and fast-paced environment while exhibiting a calm, professional demeanor. OTHER DUTIES: * Attend trainings relevant to SCDAO functions. * Become familiar with, and follow, SCDAO personnel policies, particularly with regard to confidentiality, sexual harassment, drug-free workplace, and usage of information technology resources. * Become familiar with, and adhere to, the Massachusetts Rules of Professional Conduct. * Exercise respectful and professional behavior and communication with the public, judicial and law enforcement personnel, and office staff. * Complete work assignments in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner. * Other related duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:Occasional supervision of law and college student interns. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time. TRAVEL: *ADAs are expected to travel from various sites, including but not limited to, courthouse, law enforcement offices, and community meetings. *EEO STATEMENT: The SCDAO is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Required: * J.D. Degree from an accredited law school, and admitted to the Massachusetts Bar and in good standing; * Demonstrated commitment to public service and a strong academic record; * A minimum of three years as a prosecutor or equivalent experience. * 12 months as a Superior Court Assistant District Attorney or equivalent experience. * Tried a minimum of ten jury trials (in the District, Municipal, or Superior Court) to a verdict as lead counsel; * Availability after hours and on weekends; * Ability to analyze and resolve complex legal and strategic matters; * Experience in written and oral advocacy and legal research, either academically or professionally; and * Capacity for fairness, a strong work ethic, ability to manage a demanding workload, a high-stress and dynamic work environment, and sound problem-solving and decision- making skills. Preferred: * Fluency or Conversational Abilities in Spanish, Haitian Creole, Mandarin or Cantonese Chinese, Portuguese, or Cape Verdean Creole. * Prior work experience in criminal law, in the form of a clerkship, job, or internship. Job: Legal Services* *Organization: Suffolk DA *Title: * Assistant District Attorney in the Crimes Strategies Bureau Location: Massachusetts-Boston-1 Bulfinch Place Requisition ID: 240000YL