Lateral Assistant District Attorney – Human Trafficking Chief

Lateral Assistant District Attorney – Human Trafficking Chief
The Kings County District Attorney's Office, located in the Metrotech area of Brooklyn, New York is seeking a senior level Attorney to join the office to serve as the Chief of the Human Trafficking Unit.
The Human Trafficking Unit vigorously investigates and prosecutes those who, through force, fraud, coercion, persuasion or otherwise, have forced individuals or children into prostitution and/or labor, including as domestic servants, nannies, housekeepers, construction and restaurant workers. The unit’s staff also engages in community outreach by conducting meetings at schools and community centers to educate Brooklyn residents on the dangers of human trafficking and on how to look for warning signs that a person might be a trafficking victim.
The ideal candidates are expected to perform the following duties:
•Engage in continuous outreach to bring awareness to Human Trafficking and work with advocates and community groups to combat Human Trafficking.
•Work with current special victims leadership to supervise and evaluate the individuals accused of committing Human Trafficking offenses.
•Work with current special victims leadership to enhance Human Trafficking cases from inception, grand jury, through disposition as well as supervise and mentor assistants as needed.
•Make themselves available as needed to assist law enforcement or enhance cases of suspected Human Trafficking.
Preferred Skills:
•Litigation experience demonstrated through a record of jury trials and/or a record of legal advocacy on behalf of victims of Human Trafficking and related legislation
•Prior supervisory experience with demonstrated experience in conducting and supervising long-term investigations and prosecutions.
•Strong leadership skills to oversee large docket of cases and ensure prompt resolution of matters.
•Ability to excel in a fast-paced work environment and handle a high volume of cases and investigations.
•Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with others within, as well as outside of our agency.
•Willingness to conduct active outreach and develop partnerships with outside agencies to combat Human Trafficking
•Excellent writing and interpersonal skills.
Salary will be commensurate with experience.
 To apply visit: http://apply.brooklynda.org/videsktop/viRecruitInternal/ReDefault.aspx?F...
 
Lateral Assistant District Attorney – Human Trafficking ChiefThe Kings County District Attorney's Office, located in the Metrotech area of Brooklyn, New York is seeking a senior level Attorney to join the office to serve as the Chief of the Human Trafficking Unit.The Human Trafficking Unit vigorously investigates and prosecutes those who, through force, fraud, coercion, persuasion or otherwise, have forced individuals or children into prostitution and/or labor, including as domestic servants, nannies, housekeepers, construction and restaurant workers. The unit’s staff also engages in community outreach by conducting meetings at schools and community centers to educate Brooklyn residents on the dangers of human trafficking and on how to look for warning signs that a person might be a trafficking victim.The ideal candidates are expected to perform the following duties:•Engage in continuous outreach to bring awareness to Human Trafficking and work with advocates and community groups to combat Human Trafficking.•Work with current special victims leadership to supervise and evaluate the individuals accused of committing Human Trafficking offenses.•Work with current special victims leadership to enhance Human Trafficking cases from inception, grand jury, through disposition as well as supervise and mentor assistants as needed.•Make themselves available as needed to assist law enforcement or enhance cases of suspected Human Trafficking.Preferred Skills:•Litigation experience demonstrated through a record of jury trials and/or a record of legal advocacy on behalf of victims of Human Trafficking and related legislation•Prior supervisory experience with demonstrated experience in conducting and supervising long-term investigations and prosecutions.•Strong leadership skills to oversee large docket of cases and ensure prompt resolution of matters.•Ability to excel in a fast-paced work environment and handle a high volume of cases and investigations.•Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with others within, as well as outside of our agency.•Willingness to conduct active outreach and develop partnerships with outside agencies to combat Human Trafficking•Excellent writing and interpersonal skills.Salary will be commensurate with experience. To apply visit: http://apply.brooklynda.org/videsktop/viRecruitInternal/ReDefault.aspx?F...