Salary: $71,000-$86,000

The Niagara County District Attorney's Office is seeking to hire a fulltime Assistant District Attorney to join a team of over 20 experienced prosecutors. Attorney's are given a wide range of autonomy in the prosecution of misdemeanor and felony crimes throughout Niagara County. New graduates are encouraged to apply.

The Niagara County District Attorney's Office provides a positive work environment with a focus on work/life balance, including substantial paid time off, premium health coverage, student loan forgiveness opportunity and NYS retirement benefits.

Incumbents perform legal work as assigned by the District Attorney in indicting and prosecuting crime within Niagara County.  The complexity of cases and the independence of action increase with the seniority and experience of the incumbent.  The incumbent works under the supervision of the District Attorney and higher-level Assistants who review work for conformance with law.  Does related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Graduate of Law School AND current registration with the New York State Bar at time of appointment and for the duration of employment with Niagara County. Permanent residency within Niagara County is required within 12 months of hire.