- Human Trafficking Resource Prosecutor
- State of North Carolina in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
- jobs
- 6 days ago
jobs description
Description of Work
SALARY GRADE:
Flat Rated
This position is time-limited, grant funded, full time.
Funding for this position will end on January 15, 2029.
THIS POSITION IS BEING REPOSTED. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY.
Purpose:
This position offers a unique opportunity to serve as a critical resource for prosecutors, law enforcement, and allied professionals across North Carolina, enhancing their ability to identify and prosecute human trafficking cases while centering the rights and needs of victims.
Why Join Us? At the North Carolina Conference of District Attorneys, we believe in the power of teamwork. As part of our collaborative and mission-driven team, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on the fight against human trafficking. Your work will connect you with dedicated professionals across disciplines, allowing you to grow professionally while advancing justice for some of the most vulnerable members of our communities.
If you’re looking for a role where innovation, advocacy, and partnership come together, this is it!
Responsibilities
As the Human Trafficking Resource Prosecutor, you’ll be a vital partner in empowering prosecutors and allied professionals with the tools, training, and guidance they need to successfully combat human trafficking.
Key responsibilities include:
Be the Expert:
Serve as a trusted resource to prosecutors, law enforcement, medical professionals, mental health professionals, victim advocacy agencies, and others.
Lead Training Initiatives:
Assess training needs, design tailored programs, and deliver high-impact training to prosecutors, law enforcement, and allied professionals.
Provide Expert Guidance:
Offer legal research, charging guidance, and support for pre-trial, trial, and appellate strategies related to human trafficking cases.
Collaborate and Connect:
Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including the State Bureau of Investigation, Safe Alliance, and other state and private organizations.
Litigate with
Purpose:
Prosecute cases as assigned and contribute directly to achieving justice for human trafficking victims.
Share Knowledge:
Prepare and publish articles for our statewide magazine, sharing best practices and emerging issues with your peers.
Teamwork:
Take part as a member of a Multi-Disciplinary Team addressing Human Trafficking alongside collaborative partners to improve the investigation and prosecution of Human Trafficking.
Innovate:
Stay on the cutting edge of evidence-gathering techniques and emerging technologies to support law enforcement and prosecutors in the courtroom.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a passionate advocate who thrives in a team environment, embraces innovation, and is committed to delivering justice. You’ll work closely with prosecutors, law enforcement, and community partners, so strong communication and collaboration skills are essential. This role requires both legal expertise and a desire to make a difference in the lives of trafficking survivors.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to lead, learn, and collaborate with professionals who share your commitment to justice. As part of our team, you’ll be supported in your efforts to make a tangible impact, all while growing your skills and experience in a dynamic and rewarding environment.
Join us, and let’s make a difference together!
Knowledge,
Skills And Abilities
/ Competencies
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 processes, protocols, and strategies;
the operations of the NC court system; and ethical and professional standards of conduct.
Skill in: interpreting and applying complex criminal laws to information, evidence, and other data; listening techniques used in interviewing witnesses; using logic and…