Assistant District Attorney

State-of-North-Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 56,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina's District Attorney's Office seeks an Assistant District Attorney (NS) for Prosecutorial District 11. The role involves providing office hours, reviewing DWI cases, and handling subpoenas, with assignments across up to five counties.

A Juris Doctorate and NC license are required, with strong knowledge of criminal law and evidence rules. The position requires courtroom advocacy, case preparation, and timely collaboration with legal staff.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina.
• Knowledge of federal, state, common and constitutional law.

Responsibilities

• Provide office hours coverage and schedule other ADAs as needed.
• Review DWI cases and prepare subpoenas for CMS dates.
• Prepare, organize, and conduct witness examinations and trial preparation.
• Meet with district court legal assistants and coordinate for upcoming court sessions.

Skills

Constitutional law

Criminal procedure

Evidence rules

Legal research

Courtroom advocacy

Education

Juris Doctorate (ABA-accredited)

Job description

AgencyDistrict AttorneyDivisionDISTRICT ATTORNEY 11Job Classification TitleAssistant District Attorney (NS)Position Number60007191Grade30013281About UsDO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day, North Carolina's courts help provide safety for our communities, prosperity for our economy, and protection for the rights, liberties, and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7,000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor, denial, or delay.Description of WorkKnowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesSALARY RANGE: $56,000.00 - $104,000.00This position provides stability and continuity in matters in our District Courts, both inside the courtroom and within our offices. Each District Court Assistant District Attorney will be assigned to one or two of the five counties in Prosecutorial District 11, where they will have dedicated office space as well as certain responsibilities enumerated below.It will be expected when the District Court Assistant District Attorneys are not assigned to District Court, that they will be present in the county they are assigned to the following week, to meet with the District Court Legal Assistants, and prepare for District Court for the following week. District Court Assistant District Attorneys should be in the office until the end of the workday, each day, regardless of whether they are assigned to court or preparing for upcoming courts. THIS IS A DISTRICT-WIDE POSITION.RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE DISTRICT COURT ADAProvide office hours coverage when available. If not available, schedule other ADAs for coverage.Meet with DWI Legal Assistants to review the DWI cases and prepare all cases set on the DWI trial calendars.Review misdemeanor appeals before CMS and prepare a subpoena for the victim to be issued for the CMS date.Residency within the district is not a requirement for this position. However, you must have a reasonable commute time to your office, preferably forty-five minutes or less. Becoming an Assistant District Attorney in a rural, multi-county district is an opportunity to truly make a difference in your community.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies:Knowledge of: federal, state, common, and constitutional law; judicial procedures and rules of evidence; case, statutory, and common law; NC General Statutes to prosecute criminal cases; judicial and quasi-judicial procedures; legal research methods, techniques, sources, databases, and other research tools; the principles and protocols for the evidentiary gathering of information, documents, financial records, and other data that may be used in trial court processes, protocols, and strategies; the operations of the NC court system; and ethical and professional standards of conduct.Skill in: interpreting and applying complex criminal laws to information, evidence, and other data; listening techniques used in interviewing witnesses; using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of case facts; researching and identifying precedence in case law; utilizing and evaluating electronic legal research and online systems; negotiating plea agreements; organizing work; setting priorities; meeting critical deadlines; and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction.Ability to: analyze facts, laws, rules, regulations, interpretations, and related written documents and apply applicable law to those facts; conduct legal research; plan, develop, and execute an effective litigation strategy to achieve desired results; prepare, organize, and conduct witness examinations; deliver opening statements, closing arguments, and evidentiary objections; express complex legal concepts and related facts in a clear and concise manner; argue clearly, logically, and persuasively; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and other participants in the criminal justice process; recognize and solve problems; produce legal interpretations in a quick and responsive manner for court officials; write reports, motions, briefs, and other legal documents; deal tactfully with sensitive situations; communicate both orally and in writing; and work independently.INSTRUCTIONS:Applicants must complete an on-line application by clicking the above APPLY link. Mailed or faxed applications will not be accepted.Before applying, please read the Online Employment Application Guide for instructions on creating your profile and applying for specific postings.It is important your application includes all of your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application to receive proper credit. Résumés are not accepted in lieu of fully completed applications.*NOTE* Many job postings require certain documents be attached to an application. Verify your application is complete and uploaded documents are attached to your application before submitting it. Applications may not be altered after they have been submitted.All NC Judicial Branch agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers.The North Carolina Judicial Branch participates in E-Verify, an internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the US Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.Charmaine LeeksNC Administrative Office of the CourtsHuman Resources DivisionMinimum Education and ExperienceSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:This position requires a Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and an active license to practice law in North Carolina.The qualified candidate must have knowledge of federal, state, common and constitutional law; judicial procedures and rules of evidence; the principles and protocols for the evidentiary gathering of information, documents, financial records, and other data that may be used in trial court processes, protocols, and strategies; the operations of the North Carolina court system, and ethical and professional standards of conduct.Attach cover letter and résumé.EEO StatementT he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.Recruiter:Charmaine James LeeksEmail:[e-mail]