Assistant County Attorney, Juvenile Delinquency

Are you a recent law school graduate that wants to gain valuable courtroom experience? Do you have a passion to protect and promote the safety and well-being of Westchester’s children, families and communities? Then the Westchester County Family Court Bureau is the place for you!

Westchester County’s Family Court Bureau is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and families by taking on the critical responsibility of prosecuting juvenile delinquency, child welfare and child support matters. We are actively seeking an Assistant County Attorney to handle juvenile delinquency matters involving youth under 18 who have been arrested for conduct that would constitute a crime if they were adults.

Responsibilities Include but Not Limited to:

• Drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and memoranda of law
• Meeting with caseworkers to identify and analyze legal issues;
• Handling a full caseload; case investigations, motion practice, discovery; courtroom advocacy including pre-trial hearings, trials and dispositional hearings;
• As part of the Raise the Age initiative, handle cases transferred from the Youth Part of the Superior Court for both juvenile and adolescent offenders, as well as designated felonies and misdemeanors that originate in Family Court;
• Conduct field work including visits to police stations, crime scenes and hospitals as needed;
• Participate in community events including school, law enforcement and community outreach events to prevent and reduce youth crime and improve public safety.
• May be required to attend various inter-agency and county meetings; and to prepare and present trainings both within the Family Court Bureau and to other agencies and stakeholders;
• Participate in an on-call program on evenings and weekends on a rotating basis.

Required Qualifications:

The successful candidates must have graduated from a school of law with an LLB or JD degree and be admitted to the New York State Bar.

Experience in the Family Court is preferred.

Must be able to work collaboratively with County Attorney staff, other attorneys, Court staff and other County agencies in a fast paced and demanding environment.

COME JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM!

Besides a competitive salary, our generous compensation package includes comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, deferred compensation, paid leave and retirement plan.

Please submit a Cover letter along with your Resume to jobs@westchestercountyny.gov

Important: In The Subject Line of your email, please include “Assistant County Attorney, Family Court Bureau, Juvenile Delinquency”

Westchester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About Westchester County

Westchester County, located in the heart of the historic Hudson Valley, covers 500 square miles and has a population of just over 1 million. Originally home to Native Americans of the Lenape tribe, it is now a rich mix of diverse cultures and landscapes. The County is a blend of bustling cities, quaint villages, and picturesque towns, as well as open spaces and a network of beautiful parks. Westchester is made up of six cities, 19 towns, and 20 villages. The County is known for its top-notch public schools and high quality of life. It is also an intellectual capital, boasting a highly educated workforce, competitive colleges and universities, Fortune 500 companies, world-changing nonprofits, and cutting-edge research centers. Westchester is led by County Executive Kenneth W. Jenkins, who took office in January 2025 as the tenth County Executive. Focusing on innovation, Jenkins is leveraging technology and fostering business growth to position Westchester as a dynamic and inclusive destination where everyone can thrive. Learn more about Westchester County by visiting www.westchestergov.com