Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 73,972 - 90,411; Full time

Job summary

Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office is seeking an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney to handle legal representation for child support enforcement. Responsibilities include providing legal advice to the Office of Child Support Services, drafting legal documents, and participating in hearings. Candidates must have a Juris Doctorate and be licensed to practice law in Ohio. Preferred qualifications include active Notary Public credentials. The position offers a salary of $82,192 and works from the Juvenile Justice Center in Cleveland, Ohio, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Ohio.
• Must have knowledge of civil discovery practice.
• Active Notary Public credentials is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and representation for child support enforcement.
• Draft pleadings and review legal documents.
• Participate in hearings and advocate for OCSS.
• Handle administrative tasks related to the role.

Skills

Knowledge of computers and operating systems

Research and writing skills

Ability to interact with agency clients and staff

Integrity and strong work ethic

Confidentiality maintenance

Understanding of federal and state legal issues

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Job title: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney | Salary: $82,192 | Department: CSEA – Prosecutor’s Office | Reports to: Unit Supervisor | The Juvenile Justice Center | Hours: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | Location: 9300 Quincy Avenue – 4th floor, Monday – Friday (variable hours may apply)

REQUIREMENTS

Juris Doctorate; licensed and in good standing to practice law in the State of Ohio; successful completion of probationary period.

Preferred Requirement: Active Notary Public or must obtain credentials within two (2) months of placement with the Division of CSEA.

FUNCTION

Assistant Prosecutors in the Child Support Unit represent the local child support enforcement agency in civil matters involving paternity, child support establishment, and modification and enforcement before the Cuyahoga Common Pleas Court, Divisions of Domestic Relations and Juvenile, and Courts of Appeals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide legal advice to and legal representation of the county’s Office of Child Support Services (OCSS), its support officers, supervisors and management staff involving child support establishment, enforcement matters and related issues;
• Provide the OCSS with written legal opinions on court entries and legal issues;
• Review documents and draft pleadings, motions and other documents on behalf of the OCSS in relation to the establishment of paternity and child support, the enforcement of child support orders and miscellaneous related issues and court filings;
• Prepare and advocate the OCSS’s position in pretrial motions, conferences and briefs;
• Participate in various types of hearings dealing with both evidentiary and legal issues;
• Prepare for and respond to defense motions and demands for discovery;
• Prepare and advocate the OCSS’ position and philosophy, including litigating the OCSS’ cases before a judge or magistrate;
• Prepare for and participate in contempt actions and purge reviews with pro se litigants, including obligors, obligees and legal counsel for the parties;
• Prepare for and participate in arraignments of arrestees in connection with child support warrants;
• Possess knowledge and have experience with civil discovery practice;
• Possess knowledge of federal and state regulations affecting child support collection and compliance issues;
• Handle administrative tasks, such as leave requests and submission of time sheets;
• Prepare and argue the OCSS’ brief in the Eighth District Court of Appeals and, when needed, the Ohio Supreme Court;
• Perform all other duties assigned, delegated or required of the Assistant Prosecuting Attorney as well as those prescribed by law.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Must have knowledge of computers and computer operating systems;
• Must possess excellent research and writing skills; requisite understanding of relevant legal issues related to family support matters;
• Must have the ability to effectively interact with an agency client, its staff, and other outside agencies, office co‑workers and support staff;
• Must possess qualities of fairness, a strong work ethic, and the highest integrity;
• Must maintain the confidentiality of law enforcement and investigatory records and other confidential information;
• Must conduct business in accordance with federal statutes and guidelines, the Ohio Revised Code, and the Ohio Administrative Code.

EMPLOYER COMMITMENT

Equal Opportunity Employer; Smoke-free and Drug-free Workplace. Reasonable accommodation is available to all employees and applicants. All submissions of applications, resumes and supporting documentation are considered public record and may be released upon request. All job offers are contingent upon drug testing and a criminal background investigation prior to hiring.

Position open until filled.