Senior Trial Attorney (SVU)

THIS IS AN AT WILL POSITION. THE ELECTED DISTRICT ATTORNEY HAS FINAL DISCRETION IN HIRING AND RETAINING FOR THIS POSITION, INCLUDING WHICH QUALIFICATIONS AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS WILL APPLY.

The Office of the Second Judicial District Attorney improves the quality of life of the citizens of Bernalillo County by reducing crime through thoughtful enforcement of the law and the development of a criminal justice system. The Office is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is seeking applicants for a Resource Attorney position. Pursuant to the New Mexico District Attorney’s Compensation Plan, the position of attorney is “At Will” and serves at the pleasure of the District Attorney. Please submit all resumes to https://berncoda.com/careers/

* Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Position requires advanced knowledge and skills in the areas of criminal prosecution, rules of evidence and rules of criminal procedure; effective trial skills; organization; public relations. Works independently with minimal consultation with supervisors (except for higher profile or complex cases).  Work with the Deputy District Attorney in charge of Major Crimes Division to oversee, support, supervise, and motivate other attorneys and paralegals.  Assist Deputies with administrative duties such as collecting and compiling division stats and assists with case assignments.  Possess significant prosecutorial discretion on cases within their assigned team to provide guidance on legal issues, proposed plea offers, and offer trial strategies to less experienced attorneys.  Work effectively with other criminal justice agencies. This individial will work exclusively on child abuse and SVU cases. 

* Requirements: Licensed attorney to practice law in New Mexico plus a minimum of four (4) years as a practicing attorney in criminal law or three (3) years as a prosecuting attorney.

* Preferred Qualifications: Five (5) to seven (7) years or more of relevant prosecution experience. 


* Working Conditions: Work is performed in office, courtroom and community environments. Some physical effort and travel may be required. Incumbent may be required to work under stressful situations and/or conditions. 

Salary is commensurate with experience. Resume, writing sample and three professional references must be received at the Office of the Second Judicial District Attorney. This advertisement will remain open until filled. Applicants selected for an interview must notify the Office of the Second Judicial District Attorney of the need for a reasonable accommodation due to a Disability. Please submit all resumes to https://berncoda.com/careers/