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AgencyJustice Center For The Protection Of People With Special Needs

TitleAssistant Counsel (Assistant Special Prosecutor)

Occupational CategoryLegal

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $90931 to $114940 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.50

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Westchester

Street Address 445 Hamilton Ave

City White Plains

StateNY

Zip Code10601

Duties Description Serve as Assistant Special Prosecutor to the agency's Special Prosecutor/Inspector General and perform the following functions, including but not limited to:
o Review, analyze and conference cases of abuse and/or neglect with agency investigators that have potential elements of criminality for referral to the regional District Attorneys Offices
o Collaborate with partners in law enforcement throughout the state in discussions about cases that have potential for criminal charges
o Conduct legal research as needed on matters pertaining to criminal law, criminal procedure law, the social service law and the executive law
o Participate in forensic interviews in Child Advocacy Centers
o Participate in local and statewide task forces and organizations dealing with issues relating to the criminal investigations and prosecution of persons charged with abuse or neglect of vulnerable New Yorkers.
o Provide training on legal issues germane to the work of the agency to law enforcement, prosecutors and advocacy organizations.
o Provide training to internal agency staff on legal issues and procedures that overlap with the work in their units
o Potentially appear in court on cases in jurisdictions where the assistant special prosecutor may be cross designated or allow o appear in some other agreed upon construct
o Assist the local Assistant District Attorneys as needed on active prosecutions that stem from an incident occurring in a facility over which the Justice Center has jurisdiction
o Travel is required up to 20% of time

Minimum Qualifications Admission to the New York State Bar and a member in good standing with three (3) years post-bar prosecutorial experience as a special victims prosecutor or the equivalent legal experience handling cases involving sex crimes, child abuse, crimes against persons with disabilities and any such victim centered cases. NYS residency required.

Additional Comments Established in 2013 by the Protection with Special Needs Act; The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) is charged with protecting over one million New Yorkers under the care or jurisdiction across six State Oversight Agencies. https://www.justicecenter.ny.gov/

The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, or status as a victim of domestic violence.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 College Savings Program
Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, and length of State service.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources via email at jc.sm.deeo@justicecenter.ny.gov

NOTE ON FINGERPRINTING: Please be advised that should you accept a job offer with this agency, you may be required to be fingerprinted and pay for the cost of the fingerprinting fee.

NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the Justice Center’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

This position is eligible for the $3,400 downstate adjustment.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources / MC

Telephone

Fax 518-549-0462

Email Address jc.sm.hrresumes@justicecenter.ny.gov

Address

Street 161 Delaware Avenue

City Delmar

State NY

Zip Code 12054

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit cover letter along with a clear and concise resume detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed in Specifics and indicate the Vacancy ID number for which you are applying.