Assistant District Attorney

** Agency
* * District Attorney
** Division
* * DISTRICT ATTORNEY 37
** Job Classification Title
** Assistant District Attorney (NS)
** Position Number
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* * DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day, North Carolina's courts help provide safety for our communities, prosperity for our economy, and protection for the rights, liberties, and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7,000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor, denial, or delay.
** Description of Work
** SALARY RANGE: $54,369.00 - $      This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of victims and their families while growing your expertise in one of the most impactful areas of criminal law.
** Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences
**** What You'll Do:**•
** Prosecute Special Victim and Violent Crime Cases:
*** Represent the state in cases involving domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and other crimes against vulnerable populations in district and superior courts.
* Handle cases involving homicides, armed robberies, assaults and other serious offenses.•
** Support Victims Throughout the Process:
*** Collaborate with victim advocates to ensure survivors understand the court process, feel supported, and have access to necessary resources.
* Maintain open communication with victims and witnesses to address concerns and prepare them for court proceedings.•
** Collaborate to Build Strong Cases:
*** Provide legal guidance to law enforcement during investigations, including advice on search warrants and charging decisions.
* Work with forensic specialists, medical professionals, and social service agencies to gather evidence and develop case strategies.
* Conduct interviews with victims and witnesses, ensuring sensitivity and professionalism during emotionally charged situations.•
** Prepare and Present Cases in Court:
*** Draft motions, research case law, and develop trial strategies tailored to the complexities of special victim cases.
* Confidently present arguments in court, conduct witness examinations, and deliver opening and closing statements.•
** Participate and Train:
*** Serve as a resource for law enforcement and other community partners, offering guidance and training on issues related to special victim cases.
* Stay updated on best practices and developments in special victim prosecution through continuing education and collaboration.
** Skills You'll Gain and Refine:*
* • Build expertise in prosecuting complex and emotionally sensitive cases.  
• Develop advanced courtroom skills, including victim-sensitive witness examinations and trauma-informed advocacy.  
• Enhance your ability to collaborate across disciplines, from law enforcement to victim services organizations.  
• Learn to navigate high-pressure situations with professionalism and compassion.
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* What We Offer:

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** Meaningful Impact:
** Make a tangible difference in the lives of crime victims and their families while promoting safety and justice in our community.  •
** Collaborative Environment:
** Work alongside a supportive team of attorneys, victim advocates, and law enforcement professionals dedicated to seeking justice.  •
** Training and Development:
** Access specialized training on prosecuting special victim cases, trauma-informed practices, and victim advocacy.  •
** Career Growth:
** Build a foundation for a fulfilling career with opportunities to advance your expertise in prosecuting complex cases.
** Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences
**** Knowledge of:
** federal, state, common, and constitutional law; judicial procedures and rules of evidence; case, statutory, and common law; NC General Statutes to prosecute criminal cases; judicial and quasi-judicial procedures; legal research methods, techniques, sources, databases, and other research tools; the principles and protocols for the evidentiary gathering of information, documents, financial records, and other data that may be used in trial court…