About this role
Role Overview
- The Assistant Attorney General will work closely with the PAU Director to pursue the Unit’s mission to investigate and redress patterns or practices of racially biased or otherwise unlawful policing.
- Provide support to law enforcement agencies regarding civil rights compliance.
- Protect the civil rights of incarcerated people.
- Screening and developing new matters.
- Conducting comprehensive investigations involving interviews, data analysis, and retaining and working with experts.
- Drafting written recommendations including legal analyses.
- Litigating cases in state and federal court related to PAU’s enforcement authority, including negotiating, monitoring, and enforcing settlement agreements.
- Working collaboratively with other state agencies, including the Police Officer Standards & Training Commission (“POST”) and the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (“EOPSS”).
- Working collaboratively with law enforcement agencies, including by providing technical assistance, legal guidance, and training on compliance with civil rights laws.
- Developing legislative and policy initiatives.
- Reviewing and drafting amicus briefs.
- Engaging with community stakeholders on matters related to policing practices and criminal justice reform, including through speaking engagements and attendance at community meetings.
Requirements
- Must be a member of the Massachusetts bar or eligible for admission in short order.
- At least three (3) years of full-time legal experience, preferably including complex civil litigation and/or criminal justice experience, such as litigation or advocacy involving law enforcement practices or experience as a prosecutor or criminal defense attorney.
- Experience working directly with or on behalf of members of the public, especially historically marginalized communities.
- Demonstrated commitment to ensuring the trust and confidence of communities in law enforcement agencies and ensuring accountability when law enforcement officers commit misconduct.
- Outstanding research, writing, and advocacy skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds, including other attorneys and staff.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Fluency in a second language, especially Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese), Vietnamese, or Haitian Creole is a plus.
Benefits
- Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- We will gladly assist applicants who need an accommodation.
- Flexible work arrangements.