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Managerial Position, Career Criminal Major Crimes Bureau

Queens District Attorney's Office
York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 5/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/12/2026
We are seeking a highly experienced and accomplished prosecutor for the position of Deputy Chief of the Career Criminal Major Crimes Bureau. Candidates should have extensive experience prosecuting and investigating major violent felony cases.

The Career Criminal Major Crimes Bureau is primarily responsible for prosecuting recidivist violent felons who, based on their extensive criminal history, are subject to enhanced sentencing. Violent recidivist criminals are responsible for a large percentage of the violent crime that is committed against the People of Queens County. The Bureau’s case load is also comprised of cases of notoriety or public interest. The Bureau is made up of experienced trial prosecutors committed to the successful prosecution of those offenders.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Bureau Chief in managing a staff of senior assistants, paralegals, and detectives
  • Be always accessible to the District Attorney. Candidates should be prepared to work extensive hours and be available on nights and weekends for occasional notifications, crime scene responses, and consultation with staff investigating and trying these types of cases.

Amongst The Areas Of Expertise/mastery Required

  • All aspects of New York Police Department practice and procedures
  • Grand jury practice
  • Articles 125, 265 & the law on justification
  • Article 120: Assault and Related Offenses
  • Article 140: Burglary and Related Offenses
  • Article 160: Robbery
  • Mental health defenses
  • Forensic evidence, including DNA, ballistics, fingerprint analysis, electronic/digital evidence; forensic pathology

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 10 years post-J.D. experience. Applicants must also have:

  • Extensive experience in handling all aspects of criminal investigation and prosecution.
  • Substantial felony jury trial experience with cases involving violent felonies.
  • Prior experience managing attorneys.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Salary and title will be commensurate with experience. The salary range is from $139,000 to $180,000

Applicants should submit a resume as well as a statement of interest addressed to Bureau Chief Michael Whitney, with copies to with copies to Chief Assistant District Attorney Jennifer L. Naiburg, Executive ADA Shawn Clark, and Counsel to the Chief Assistant Vincent J. Carroll Jr. Please submit through the link below.

Pursuant to Public Officers Law Section 3(1), United States citizenship is required of all Assistant District Attorneys upon commencement of their employment, as is New York State residency.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Please review the notice to see if you may be eligible for programs and how to apply at nyc.gov/student loans.

Salary : $139,000 - $180,000

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