Managerial Position, Cybercrimes

Job Description:  The Queens County District Attorney's Office has an opening for a Managerial Position, Cybercrimes, in the Major Economic Crimes Bureau.  Our Cybercrimes staff is committed to protecting the public by combating sophisticated cybercrime schemes in Queens and worldwide. The cases focus on financial frauds committed using cyber technology as well cases involving cyber impersonation, child exploitation, cyber-stalking, cyber-bullying, and computer hacking.  The manager supervises attorneys and support staff conducting investigations and prosecutions in Cybercrimes. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Handling more complex cases from investigation through trial.
• Supervise Assistant District Attorneys in complex, long-term investigations from inception through trial.
• Work extensively with specialized NYPD Squads, U.S. Secret Service, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Postal Inspection Service, and major financial institutions.
• Reporting to the Bureau Chief and Deputy Bureau Chief of the Major Economic Bureau.

Qualifications:  Interested applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the New York State bar in good standing and have at least 6 years post-J.D. experience. Assistant District Attorneys must reside in New York State.

Applicants must also have:

• Extensive experience in handling all aspects of criminal investigation and prosecution. 
• Excellent writing skills and experience drafting complex search warrants involving cyber technology.
• Substantial felony jury trial experience.
• Extensive knowledge of New York Penal and Criminal Procedure Laws.
• Prior experience managing junior attorneys preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Title and salary will be commensurate with experience.

Applicants should submit a resume as well as a cover letter addressed to Vincent J. Carroll Jr., Counsel to the Chief Assistant. Please apply through the link below.

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