Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

Union County Ohio; Marysville (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

OPERS retirement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Union County Prosecutor's Office in Ohio seeks an experienced attorney to serve as an Assistant Prosecutor. The role involves performing legal research, drafting, reviewing, and filing pleadings; attending court hearings and prosecuting cases on behalf of the State of Ohio; and representing County and Township officials in civil matters.

This is an exceptional opportunity for attorneys seeking meaningful public service, diverse professional experience, and long-term stability.

Qualifications

• Must have Juris Doctorate and 2–4 years' experience as a practicing attorney.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, be highly organized, and self-motivated.
• Must be capable of passing a comprehensive pre-employment background.
• Must be a lawyer in good standing with the Ohio Supreme Court.

Responsibilities

• Performs legal research; analyzes legal issues; prepares, reviews, and files pleadings; represents the State in trials and hearings.
• Represents County and Township officials in civil litigation; drafts opinions, motions, and memorandums; handles appeals and tax matters.
• Attends meetings; provides legal advice to clients; responds to public information requests; may be assigned to special projects.
• Maintains licensures, certifications, and continuing education requirements.
• Ensures safety and compliance with applicable standards; demonstrates regular attendance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned; attends staff meetings as needed.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Highly organized

Self-motivated

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

The Union County Prosecutor is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as an Assistant Prosecutor. This role involves performing legal research; drafting, reviewing, and filing pleadings; attending court hearings, prosecuting cases on behalf of the State of Ohio, and representing County public officials and Township officials in civil matters. Your contributions will make a direct, positive impact to the residents and future of Union County.

This is an exceptional opportunity for attorneys seeking meaningful public service, diverse professional experience, long-term stability, and a fulfilling alternative to traditional law firm practice. If you meet the requirements below and are interested in joining our dynamic, mission-driven team, we invite you to apply.

• Employees of Union County enjoy excellent insurance benefits, paid leave, and participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
• Employees may also qualify for federal student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Qualifications

• Possession of Juris Doctorate and two (2) - four (4) years' experience as a practicing attorney.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, be highly organized, and self-motivated.
• Must be capable of passing a comprehensive pre-employment background.

Licensure or Certification Requirements

• Must be a lawyer in good-standing with the Ohio Supreme Court.

Equipment Operated

• Personal computer, applicable computer software, printer, copy machine, fax machine, typewriter, and other standard business office equipment.

Inherently Hazardous or Physically Demanding Working Conditions

• The employee has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); is exposed to possible injury due to unclean or unsanitary conditions;
• has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons; works in or around crowds; has exposure to hazardous driving conditions; works in or around crowds; ascends and/or descends ladders, stairs, or scaffolds; has to work irregular hours.

Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered sedentary work.

Job Functions

• (1) Performs legal research; analyzes legal issues; remains up to date on the latest case and statutory law; prepares, reviews, and files pleadings; represents the State of Ohio in trials and hearings; interviews witnesses; answers legal questions; drafts legal opinions and reviews contracts/documents for County officials and Township Officials.
• (2) Represents County officials and Township officials in civil litigation; researches and writes opinions, motions, memorandums in response and appellate briefs; handles tax appeals, foreclosures, and appropriation cases; prepares indictments; attends grand jury.
• (3) Attends meetings on behalf of County officials and Township officials; provides legal advice to clients; answers and responds to requests for information by the general public; may be assigned to special projects.
• (4) Maintains required licensures, certification, and continuing education requirements, if any.
• (5) Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
• (6) Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• (7) Performs other related duties as assigned.
• (8) Attends staff meetings as assigned.(*indicates developed after employment)

Knowledge of

• County, Department, and Division goals and objectives;
• County, Department, and Division policies and procedures;
• personnel rules and regulations;
• work place safety;
• government structure and process;
• Ohio rules of evidence;
• courtroom procedures;
• civil procedure;
• legal terminology;
• court filing procedures;
• Ohio Revised Code;
• Ohio Administrative Code;
• office practices and procedures;
• English grammar and spelling;
• case management.

Skill in

• typing
• word processing
• computer operation
• drafting
• use of modern office equipment
• legal research.

Ability to

• Interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, picture, or schedule form
• deal with many variables and determine specific action
• recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action
• define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• deal with nonverbal symbols in formulas, equations, or graphs
• understand most difficult classes of concepts
• exercise independent judgment and discretion
• understand, interpret, and apply law, rules or regulations to specific situations
• calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages
• compile and prepare reports
• develop complex reports and position papers
• respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials
• communicate effectively
• understand a variety of written and/or verbal communication
• comprehend and/or discuss highly abstract materials
• work alone on most tasks
• lift file boxes
• develop and maintain effective working relationships
• perform job safely.