Assistant District Attorney

Judicial Branch; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina's District Attorney Division is seeking an Assistant District Attorney (NS) to provide stability in district court matters across Prosecutorial District 11. The role involves appearing in court and working with District Court Legal Assistants, with assigned counties and required office presence.

Qualified candidates hold a Juris Doctorate and NC license, and must be able to meet the responsibilities outlined, including reviewing DWI cases, processing subpoenas, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina.
• Knowledge of federal, state, common and constitutional law; judicial procedures and rules of evidence.
• Ability to conduct legal research and develop litigation strategy.

Responsibilities

• Provide office hours coverage; arrange coverage with other ADAs when needed.
• Meet with DWI Legal Assistants to review cases and prepare dates.
• Review misdemeanor appeals and prepare subpoenas for victims.
• Maintain courtroom readiness and prepare for upcoming trials.
• Residency within the district is not required, but a reasonable commute is expected.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation

Plea negotiations

Courtroom communication

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Westlaw/LEXIS

Job description

Agency District Attorney Division DISTRICT ATTORNEY 11

Job Classification Title Assistant District Attorney (NS) Position Number 60007191 Grade 30013281

About Us

DO 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 Work Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

SALARY RANGE: $56,000.00 - $104,000.00

This 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 ADA Provide 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.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some 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 NC court system, and ethical and professional standards of conduct. Attach cover letter and résumé.

EEO Statement

The 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

Recruiter: Charmaine James Leeks Email: [e-mail] North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions Valuing Education and Experience

Valuing Education and Experience: The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.