Location:  Position is remote. Must be in New York state; Hudson valley, NYC preferred, however will consider qualified candidates in other areas of the state.

Travel:  Up to 75% Regional Travel

Manages Others: No

Education:  Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school

Experience: 

3+ years’ experience in local District Attorney or State Attorney office, working as a state or local prosecutor, or court or judicial clerk, practiced in local district and county courts.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced attorney to join our team as a Court and Prosecution Specialist. This role requires a deep understanding of legal procedures, courtroom dynamics, and prosecution strategies. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, effective communicator, and possess a strong work ethic. This position is instrumental in integrating our program into the court system.

Adjudication and Court Engagement:

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of the adjudication process within town and municipal courts and provide support in navigating court filing processes.
• Engage proactively with local courts, district attorneys, and county and town attorneys to ensure notices of liability are properly filed and docketed for hearings at the discretion of courts with competent jurisdiction.
• Act as a liaison to facilitate smooth communication between local prosecutors and our team, ensuring all legal requirements are met and evidence is admitted efficiently during proceedings.

Legal Research and Analysis:

• Conduct comprehensive legal research on relevant case law, statutes, court procedures, and regulations to build strong case foundations that support the successful adjudication of notices of liability.
• Analyze case facts and legal precedents to develop strategies that enhance the effectiveness of evidence packages presented in court.

Court Practices and Procedures:

• Assist judges, court clerks, and other court personnel in understanding their jurisdiction over offenses, the types of evidence that will be presented, and the legal requirements necessary to establish liability.
• Serve as the point of contact for local prosecutors to provide guidance on evidence handling, best practices for admitting evidence to court, and strategies for successful adjudication.

Program Integration:

• Develop and implement strategies to integrate our program into existing court procedures and operations, ensuring seamless program adoption and sustained compliance with local legal standards.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with internal teams, external stakeholders, and court personnel to ensure effective communication and alignment with court processes.
• Work closely with government customers to ensure local attorneys and prosecutors (civil in nature) are prepared to present evidence to courts when required by law.

Training and Development:

• Provide legal training and guidance to team members, court personnel, and stakeholders to build understanding and proficiency in handling adjudication issues.
• Educate judges, court clerks, and legal professionals on adjudication best practices, evidence requirements, and the effective integration of our program into the local legal framework.

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school
• 3+ years’ experience in local District Attorney or State Attorney office
• Experience working as a state or local prosecutor, or court or judicial clerk, practiced in district and county courts
• Substantive experience working with and communicating with Judges, Court Clerks, and Court Personnel
• Proven experience in litigation and prosecution
• Trial experience, practiced in district and county courts
• Experience prosecuting vehicular crimes and related offenses an asset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

WHO WE ARE

BusPatrol is a technology company with a public safety mission. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are strengthening trust, safety, and transparency across the student transportation space and making the trip to and from school safer for students.  As a leader in smart transportation, BusPatrol brings cutting-edge AI, machine learning and IoT safety tech solutions to school buses across North America. BusPatrol’s technology has been deployed onto more buses and has been used to issue more school bus stop arm citations than any other company in the world.

WHAT WE OFFER

BusPatrol employees get:

• A competitive salary and benefits package 
• Comprehensive personal time off, including volunteering and birthday days off
• An opportunity to help build a company dedicated to children’s safety 
• The chance to join an innovative and dedicated team, focused on leading edge technology 
• The occasion to participate in BusPatrol’s culture of safety, learning, and teamwork 

BusPatrol’s school bus safety programs are violator-funded, meaning that those who break the law pay for the technology that protects children. We build solid partnerships in the communities in which we operate which, coupled with our innovative business model, leads to sustainable efforts to change driver behaviors.

HOW WE WORK

On our mission to make the journey to and from school safer for children, the way we work together and with our partners is built on foundational cultural pillars.

• SAFETY
  Safety is our focus, for the children we protect and for each other. We follow the letter and spirit of occupational safety law, relentlessly employ safety best practices, and foster learning and development on our worksites. We are safe to be ourselves and to make mistakes, and we create safe environments for our teams.
• CONNECTION
  We build strong relationships and teams in support of our mission. We promote and provide opportunities for employees to grow together.
• EXCELLENCE
  We commit to innovation and quality work in support of our mission and each other. The children we safeguard are at the forefront of our decisions and actions and we excel on their behalf.
• IMPACT
  We measure success by fulfilling our mission and keeping the company strong. We invest our time and energy in the actions that deliver results for students and for their communities.

We are looking for a valued member of the BusPatrol team to assist us in our quest to improve children’s safety. This is an important role for us and a great opportunity for the right candidate. Our environment is inclusive, diverse, ignited, built on integrity, and deeply committed.

The US salary range for this position is provided in this posting. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your Talent Partner can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location and skill level during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, and/or commission (if applicable) or benefits. 

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