ROCKY HILL - The Division of Criminal Justice held a full-day professional development training for Supervisory Assistant State’s Attorneys on November 19, 2025, at the Office of the Chief State’s Attorney in Rocky Hill. The event brought together prosecutorial leaders from across the state for a series of sessions focused on management, employee wellness, and technology.
The training began with a session led by attorneys from the law firm of Shipman and Goodwin who discussed management essentials, employee misconduct, and progressive discipline. The session provided practical guidance on navigating supervisory responsibilities and maintaining professional standards within prosecutorial offices.
Supervisory Assistant State’s Attorney Jacqueline P. McMahon delivered a supervisor update, highlighting recent developments and best practices in team leadership.
A tutorial on applicant tracking documentation, presented by Deputy Chief State’s Attorney for Personnel, Finance and Administration John J. Russotto and Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist Janice duFrend, was aimed at improving consistency and compliance in hiring processes.
The training continued in the afternoon with a session on Employees in Crisis, led by Allyson Powell, LCSW, and Melissa Ortiz, LPC, CEAP, from the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The presentation focused on recognizing and responding to signs of distress among staff, and the resources available to support employee well-being.
Deputy Chief State’s Attorney for Personnel, Finance and Administration John J. Russotto
Naveen Prathikantam, Director of Information Technology, provided updates on key technology initiatives, including the Case Management System, Digital Evidence Management System, and the integration of artificial intelligence tools. He also discussed information technology rollouts across the Division.
The training concluded with a data presentation by Kyle Baudoin, Manager of Research and Planning, who shared insights on performance metrics and trends across the Division of Criminal Justice.
The training underscored the Division’s commitment to equipping its supervisory attorneys with the tools and knowledge needed to lead effectively, support their teams, and adapt to the evolving demands of criminal justice work.