JOB TITLE: Assistant District Attorney in the Human Trafficking and Exploitation Unit (HTEU)

REPORTS TO: Unit Chief and Bureau Chief

COMPENSATION: $88,500; commensurate with experience

FLSA STATUS: Full-time/Exempt

POSITION PROFILE:

The Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office (SCDAO) is seeking an experienced attorney with exceptional investigation and litigation skills to join its Human Trafficking and Exploitation Unit (HTEU). HTEU ADAs are responsible for all human trafficking cases and investigations; cases involving online abuse, exploitation, and child sexual abuse materials; and pre-arrest investigations related to youth at risk for exploitation. In addition, ADAs are responsible for investigating cases that may remain in district court and be handled by a district court team.

Per SCDAO’s vaccine mandate, as a condition of employment, successful applicants will be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination or an approved exemption as of their start date. Details on demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work closely with victim witness advocates, law enforcement, court personnel, the defense bar, criminal justice agencies, community partners, and the public to ensure successful, holistic approach to prosecution that balances the safety and well-being of the victims, defendants, and communities we serve.

• Represent the Commonwealth at all stages of criminal prosecution in the Suffolk Superior Court. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Conducting complex grand jury investigations;

• Handling arraignments and corresponding motions, such as bail requests, conditions of release, dangerousness hearings, and bail revocation hearings, as appropriate;

• Conducting pre-trial hearings and conferences, and litigating evidentiary and non- evidentiary motions such as motions for discovery, Dwyer motions and motions to suppress;

• Handling trials, pleas, sentencing, and post-conviction matters.

• Participate in Multi-Disciplinary Team forensic interviews.

• Be on call for notifications of complex criminal investigations to assist in real time as needed, including the review and approval of search warrants.

• Review charging decisions made by law enforcement agencies and make appropriate recommendations and changes as needed.

• Review evidentiary reports, identify, and interview victims and witnesses, prepare discovery, and provide discovery to defense counsel.

• Review case files, applicable statutes and case law, victim information and input, and determine an appropriate recommendation for case resolution. Conference the same with defense counsel.

• Keep abreast of court decisions and legislation affecting Massachusetts law and prepare written memoranda where appropriate.

• Understand applicable rules, laws, and guidelines, including the Rules of Criminal Procedure, the Massachusetts Guide to Evidence, and the mandates of the Victims’ Bill of Rights.

• Manage crisis and excel in high-stress, high-intensity, dynamic, and fast-paced environment while exhibiting a calm, professional demeanor.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Attend trainings relevant to SCDAO functions.

• Become familiar with, and follow, SCDAO personnel policies, particularly with regard to confidentiality, sexual harassment, drug-free workplace, and usage of information technology resources.

• Become familiar with, and adhere to, the Massachusetts Rules of Professional Conduct.

• Exercise respectful and professional behavior and communication with the public, judicial and law enforcement personnel, and office staff.

• Complete work assignments in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.

• Other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.

TRAVEL:

ADAs are expected to travel from various sites, including but not limited to, courthouse and law enforcement offices, as well as the Family Justice Center at 989 Commonwealth Avenue, Brighton.

EEO STATEMENT:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• J.D. Degree from an accredited law school and a member of the Massachusetts Bar in good standing;

• Demonstrated commitment to public service and a strong academic record;

• A minimum of two years of experience as a prosecutor;

• Significant trial experience, preferably 10 jury trials to verdict as lead counsel;

• Significant experience in prosecuting cases involving victims of violent crime/sexual assault/exploitation;

• Experience in written and oral advocacy and legal research, either academically or

• professionally;

• Ability to analyze and resolve complex legal and strategic matters;

• Outstanding communication and crisis management skills;

• Capacity for fairness, a strong work ethic, ability to manage a highly demanding workload, and sound problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Preferred:

• 24 months as a Superior Court Assistant District Attorney or equivalent experience.

• Fluency or Conversational Abilities in Spanish, Haitian Creole, Mandarin or Cantonese Chines, Portuguese, or Cape Verdean Creole.

• Prior work experience in criminal law, in the form of a clerkship, job or internship.