Senior Assistant District Attorney-Child Crimes Unit
Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of Georgia · Morrow, GA · 1 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
Responsibilities
- Working closely with detectives to investigate and strengthen child abuse cases in DeKalb County
- Reviewing case files and ensuring that all relevant evidence has been secured, properly documented, and organized for efficient disposition of the investigation or prosecution
- Locating and interviewing pertinent civilian witnesses and maintaining relationships with those witnesses throughout the duration of the case
- Traveling to crime scenes, evaluating physical evidence, and working closely with Crime Scene Investigators and Forensic Analysts
- Drafting memoranda concerning charging decisions, drafting indictments, and presenting cases to the Grand Jury
- Trying child physical and sexual child abuse cases, as well as sexual exploitation cases
- Advising and assisting local and federal law enforcement partners on various legal issues and initiatives through direct case assistance and broader training initiatives
Requirements
- The ideal candidate must be a licensed member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia
- Must possess substantial prosecutorial experience in Georgia, and extensive jury trial experience
- Must be able to multitask and work under occasionally stressful time constraints
- Must have the ability to work independently
- Must be able to work closely with local and federal law enforcement agencies
Qualifications
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are a must
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Strong sense of personal responsibility and leadership skills
- Commitment to serving the community and working with the public and children
Skills
- Prior experience working with child victims and trying child abuse cases is highly preferred
Benefits
Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience.
Pay
N/A
Schedule
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Contact Information
Contact Number: (404) 938-9581
Submit Resume And Cover Letter To Email: jshelsby@dekalbcountyga.gov