Assistant County Attorney - Extreme Risk Protection Unit

Company: Suffolk County
Location: Riverhead
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

The Suffolk County Attorney’s Office is seeking to hire attorneys for its Extreme Risk Protection Unit (ERPO) located in Riverhead, NY. About The Extreme Risk Protection Unit (ERPO): The ERPO Unit is a specialized unit representing the Suffolk County Police Department in ERPO hearings in Suffolk County Supreme Court. The Unit focuses on keeping guns away from individuals who are at high risk of using them to harm someone else or themselves. The Unit handles over 1,400 cases a year. This Assistant County Attorney role requires someone who has integrity and a commitment to public service and justice. The Attorneys will appear in Supreme Court handling Temporary Extreme Risk Protection Order hearings applications along with other related matters. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES : Handling individual caseloads Daily court appearances in Supreme Court Knowledge of civil hearings and Civil Rules and Procedures Legal research in connection with memoranda of law, law briefs, motion practice, review of case law Drafting and submission of motions Appeal motion practice in the Second Department Preparations of witnesses and case review for hearings Review of Firearm Return Applications including hearing participation Reports to Deputy County Attorney Benefits For You Now And Your Future Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage Pension Overall, county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security, making them an attractive option for many job seekers. Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays. Work-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance. QUALIFICATIONS: This is a position open to applicants who are admitted to the New York State Bar Sponsorship is not available for this role *This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time Remote work is not available for this role Salary: $80,000.00 Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Location: Riverhead, NY ADDITIONAL POSITION DETAILS: Commitment to public service and a strong academic record; Capacity for fairness, a strong work ethic and sound problem-solving and decision-making skills. Suffolk County’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity: Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan. We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices. We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices. Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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