Assistant Prosecutor, State Court Trials

Pacga; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson County State Court seeks an Assistant Solicitor to prosecute defendants in criminal trials and represent the State in all court proceedings. Responsibilities include case preparation, strategy meetings with attorneys, and presenting cases before the State Court Judge.

The role involves selecting juries, handling guilty pleas and probation revocation proceedings, and conducting thorough legal research. Strong knowledge of Georgia law and courtroom procedures is essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Georgia State Law.
• Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of modern office procedures.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in operating office equipment such as a computer.
• Research skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare criminal cases for trial and review for trial readiness.
• Represent the State in all stages of court proceedings.
• Meet with attorneys to prepare strategy or negotiate pleas.
• Present criminal cases before State Court Judge and select juries.
• Present guilty pleas and probation revocation proceedings.
• Perform legal research and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal relations

Oral and written communication

Research skills

Office procedures

Knowledge of Georgia State Law

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Jackson County State Court seeks an Assistant Solicitor to prosecute defendants in criminal trials and represent the State in all court proceedings. Responsibilities include case preparation, strategy meetings with attorneys, and presenting cases before the State Court Judge.

The role involves selecting juries, handling guilty pleas and probation revocation proceedings, and conducting thorough legal research. Strong knowledge of Georgia law and courtroom procedures is essential.