State Of Massachusetts Brockton , MA 02303
Posted 2 months ago
Position Title: Supervising Assistant District Attorney
Reports To: Chief of District Courts Supervises: District Court
Summary:
There is a Supervising Assistant District Attorney assigned to each of the (4) District Courts in Plymouth County
The Supervising Assistant District Attorney
Duties and Responsibilities:
Assigned a district court caseload
Assignment of cases to Assistant District Attorneys
Manage personnel as well as projects and workflow
Implement best practices/protocols as needed in the respective district court
Conduct regular staff meetings with legal and non-legal staff to address progress, problems, concerns, resource issues
Troubleshoot -address problems and/or disputes that arise in respective court relating to personnel and operational issues
Communicate regularly with Chief District Court Prosecutor to discuss personnel and operational issues as well as priorities of the District Attorney
Communicate with Director of Victim /Witness Assistance and Director of Administrative Services to discuss needs, issues, concerns
Assign Assistant District Attorneys to attend SAIN interviews as requested
Other assignments/projects as requested by the District Attorney
In addition to these above responsibilities the Supervising Assistant District Attorney
To be familiar with and to follow the provisions of the Plymouth District Attorney's Office Personnel Policies
To participate in trainings relevant to Office functions
Collaborate with peers to maximize productivity and produce the highest outcomes
To communicate with or provide timely notification to Office staff, police, and other interested parties, as permitted and/or required by law
To interact in a respectful and professional manner with the public, judicial and law enforcement personnel, and Office staff
To complete work assignments in a timely manner
To complete general administrative duties to include, filing, faxing, photocopying, etc.
Perform any other duties at any jobsite as may from time to time be assigned to her/him by the District Attorney, or the First Assistant District Attorney or other designee of the District Attorney
EEO Policy Statement:
It is the policy of the Plymouth County District Attorney to provide equal opportunity in employment to all staff and applicants for employment. No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Strong leadership skills
Minimum of three years prosecutorial experience
Strong written and oral advocacy skills
Requires excellent communication skills and the ability to foster a positive, collaborative working environment
Ability to work under pressure and tight time constraints
Ability to prioritize time sensitive matters and ensure all deadlines are met
Self-starter with the following attributes: sharp attention to detail, ability to exercise discretion with confidential information, ability to contribute and work as part of a team, positive attitude, and willingness to learn new processes and adapt to new guidelines as needed
Juris Doctorate and license to practice in MA
State Of Massachusetts