Position Summary

The Juvenile Diversion Program is designed to work with eligible young people as an

alternative to prosecution. The program operates under a pre-arraignment model.

In lieu of prosecution, diversion allows a young person the opportunity to complete

an individually-tailored program which may include a combination of conditions

such as educational programs, counseling, community service, letters of apology,

and restitution. Participation in the diversion program is voluntary and requires a

youth to accept responsibility for their conduct and engage in the program to best of

their ability.

The Juvenile Diversion Coordinator is an Assistant District Attorney assigned to the

Juvenile Diversion program with responsibility for reviewing and handling all new referrals to the program.

Primary Responsibilities

· Review all new Juvenile Diversion referrals, including contacting police and other interested parties for input regarding appropriateness of diversion

· Present and discuss reviewed cases to the diversion team

· Work with counsel and families to arrange diversion meetings and create diversion contracts for eligible young people

· Conduct diversion contract meetings with eligible young people

· Participate in trainings for law enforcement, bar members and community partners

· Conduct legal research

· Keep abreast of court decisions and legislation affecting Massachusetts law, particularly in the area of juvenile law

· Develop an understanding of programming and services available to diversion participants

· Work closely with other Assistant District Attorneys, Juvenile and Young Adult Diversion staff, Victim Witness Advocates, law enforcement, court personnel, the defense bar, criminal justice agencies and the public.

· NOTE: THIS IS NOT AN IN-COURT POSITION

Requirements:

· J.D. degree

· Excellent academic credentials

· Active member of the Massachusetts Bar in good standing

· Applicants with the Supreme Judicial Court 3:03 student practitioner certification are eligible to apply

· Superior communication skills and sound judgment

· Strong organizational skills

· Problem solver who is a self-starter and can work independently

· Solid legal research and writing skills

· Demonstrated commitment to public service

· Interest in juvenile law and issues surrounding and effecting young people

Salary: $72,000 annually

Commitment to Diversity

The MDAO is committed to building a diverse staff and has formed both internal and external diversity committees to help attract, hire, retain and promote the very best staff, diverse in background and perspective, while helping formulate and guide policy and decision making, and pursue the mission of the office. The MDAO is an equal opportunity employer. MDAO employees are employees at will.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $72,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person