Recruiting the Gen Z Prosecutor

Authors: Kristine Hamann, PCE and AE.

Read about effective methods for recruiting Gen Z prosecutors based on those in the field.

Office of the Florida State Attorney, 8th Judicial District (Gainesville, FL)

The SAO8th has partnered with Technologies for Justice to harness sentencing data from the Florida Department of Corrections in order to provide prosecutors with information about average sentences imposed for similarly situated offenders.      

San Diego County District Attorney’s Office (San Diego, CA)

The SDCDA  has partnered with the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) to provide a webpage and live chat link feature that gives victims immediate access to ITRC’s experts.

San Diego County District Attorney’s Office (San Diego, CA)

The SDCDA  has developed an app that can be used from any computer or mobile device to access cultural information about various communities in San Diego County. 

San Diego County District Attorney’s Office (San Diego, CA)

After evaluating calls for service, crime data, and multiple community focus groups, the San Diego County District Attorney  launched a Community Action and Resource Center located in its highest need neighborhood.

Clark County District Attorney’s Office (Las Vegas, NV)

The Clark County District Attorney’s Office (CCDA) has enhanced recruiting using a variety of tools to expose local students to prosecution work and engage interns in meaningful mentorships with experienced attorneys.

Onondaga County District Attorney’s Office (Syracuse, NY)

The Onondaga County District Attorney’s Office (OCDA) Chief Administrative Officer serves as a Special Advisor to the Office of Career Services at Syracuse University College of Law which allows for a unique partnership that drives interest in prosecution work. 

Summit County Prosecutor’s Office (Akron, OH)

The SCPO has improved office culture using a variety of anonymous and attributed surveys that contribute to better interpersonal relationships, morale, and productivity.

San Diego District Attorney’s Office (San Diego, CA)

The San Diego County District Attorney (SDCDA) has developed a week-long program for first year law students who may not have a pre-existing interest in prosecution work, by giving them access to experienced lawyers through a week full of interesting presentations and experiences.

Yavapai County Attorney’s Office (Prescott, AZ)

The YCAO has developed robust work from home policies for all of their attorneys and staff. This has enabled them to supervise remote work and maintain accountability.