Assistant District Attorney

North Carolina Association of Official Court Reporters; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

District Attorney Division DISTRICT ATTORNEY 11 seeks an Assistant District Attorney to prosecute criminal cases, including felonies in Superior Court within the multi-county district.

You will screen cases, research, prepare for trial, and argue in court; residency is not required but a reasonable commute is expected. You will engage with victims, witnesses, and law enforcement throughout the process.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina.
• Knowledge of federal, state, common and constitutional law.
• Experience with litigation and trial preparation.

Responsibilities

• Screen incoming felony cases using logic and reasoning.
• Research and identify precedence in case law.
• Utilize electronic legal research and other tools.
• Prepare cases for trial, file motions, organize work.
• Set priorities, meet deadlines, and coordinate with victims, witnesses, and law enforcement.

Skills

Legal research

Trial preparation

Plea negotiations

Evidence rules

Witness examination

Courtroom procedures

Legal writing

Researching case law

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Active North Carolina law license

Tools

Electronic research databases

Legal research software

Job description

Agency District Attorney Division DISTRICT ATTORNEY 11

Job Classification Title Assistant District Attorney (NS) Position Number 60008094 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

Salary Range: $56,000.00 - $104,338.00

The District Attorney's Office in District11, which includes Franklin, Granville, Person, Vance and Warren Counties, seeks a qualified Assistant District Attorney to prosecute criminal cases.

Duties

• Screen incoming felony cases using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of case facts.
• Research and identify precedence in case law.
• Utilize and evaluate electronic legal research and other research tools.
• Prepare cases for trial, write and file any appropriate motions, organize work.
• Set priorities; meet critical deadlines, follow up on assignments and meet with victims and witnesses and law enforcement.

A successful candidate will have the opportunity to try felonies in Superior Court within their first year on staff or sooner depending on their level of experience and will also staff several days of district court per month. Residency 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, 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.

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.

Minimum Education and Experience

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school and an active license to practice law in North Carolina.

Management Preference

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.

Requirements

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.

Employer Overview

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.