Special Narcotics Prosecutor Careers

The Special Narcotics Prosecutor’s Office (SNP) works collaboratively with New York City’s elected District Attorneys investigating and prosecuting felony narcotics trafficking and associated violence across the five boroughs of the city. We share the common goals of protecting city residents, preventing overdose deaths, and ensuring our criminal justice system is fair for all. Our office investigates and prosecutes a broad range of felony cases, affording attorneys the opportunity to grow professionally while serving the community.

SNP is staffed by lawyers from the five District Attorney Offices and the successful applicant will be hired as an Assistant District Attorney by one of the elected District Attorneys and assigned to SNP. We are currently seeking attorneys with 4+ years of experience to join our team.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct investigations into high-level narcotics trafficking organizations including sophisticated eavesdropping investigations, working collaboratively with NYC, national and international law enforcement partners
• Work with the New York Police Department (NYPD), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Drug Enforcement Task Force (DETF), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and other law enforcement agencies and communities to investigate and effectively address persistent felony drug activity and associated violence
• Prosecute felony criminal cases from inception through final disposition including grand jury presentations, hearings and trials.
• Research and respond clearly and effectively (oral/written) to complex legal issues
• Work effectively and efficiently to further office goals of decreasing demand for narcotics by raising public awareness and facilitating treatment for those with substance use issues where consistent with public safety

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Juris Doctor degree
• Minimum of four (4) years of litigation experience
• US Citizenship and New York State Residency
• Member in good standing of the NY State Bar
• Commitment to the fair and ethical administration of justice and ability to exercise prosecutor’s role with sound judgment and professionalism
• Strong written, interpersonal, communication and advocacy skills
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced work environment and handle a high volume of cases and investigations
• Ability to work nights, holidays and weekends as needed

Preferred: Prior investigation experience

PUBLIC SVC LOAN FORGIVENESS:

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RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:

City Residency is not required for this position

TO APPLY:

We appreciate your interest in a position with the Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor. Please submit a resume and cover letter online at: https://specnar.applicantstack.com/x/search or Click "Apply Now" below.

Due to the number of applications we receive, we are only able to respond to candidates who are selected to participate in the full screening process. We sincerely appreciate all candidates for their interest in working for The Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor.

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.

RE-POSTING DATE:  12/07/2023
POST UNTIL:              Until Filled

 

The Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Diversity and Inclusion