Assistant District Attorney - Entry Level

Judicial Branch; United States; On-site; USD 63,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the District Attorney, Prosecutorial District 6, seeks an entry level Assistant District Attorney to prosecute criminal cases and gain hands-on experience. Candidates who recently sat for the July Bar will be considered. HIRING RANGE: $62,500.00 - $72,500.00, with opportunities for growth and mentorship in a fast-paced county courtroom.

Join a team dedicated to public safety, justice, and professional development under the North Carolina State Government framework.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school and an active license to practice law in North Carolina.
• Candidates who recently sat for the July bar will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute misdemeanor and related criminal cases in a fast-paced courtroom, manage dockets and prepare motions; travel to assist with cases as needed.

Skills

Prosecution

Legal research

Courtroom skills

Case management

Negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor

Active license to practice law in North Carolina

Tools

Electronic legal research tools

Job description

Agency District Attorney Division DISTRICT ATTORNEY 6

Job Classification Title Assistant District Attorney (NS)

Position Number 60007079 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

• HIRING RANGE: $62,500.00 - $72,500.00

Are you ready to launch your legal career and make a real impact in your community? Bring your passion for Justice to the Carolina Coast! The Office of the District Attorney, Prosecutorial District 6, seeks an entry level attorney to prosecute criminal cases with ample opportunities for growth, training, and hands-on experience. Candidates who recently sat for the July Bar will be considered.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Prosecute misdemeanor cases in a fast-paced courtroom daily, screen incoming 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; efficiently manage dockets and timely resolve cases. Occasional travel to other counties to assist with those dockets, and travel overnight for training.

In this role, you’ll be part of an office that values mentorship and teamwork, helping you develop courtroom skills and litigation experience from day one. No prior criminal law experience is required - just a strong work ethic and a desire to seek justice.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Knowledge of:

• 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. Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school and an active license to practice law in North Carolina. Candidates who recently sat for the July bar will be considered.

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.

North Carolina State Government Information

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 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.

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