Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecutor — Lead Trial Counsel

County Officials; Washington; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

County Officials in Waterville, WA is seeking a Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecuting Attorney to lead criminal prosecutions and provide strategic direction in court. The role requires active membership in the Washington Bar and a strong track record in handling complex criminal cases.

You will supervise staff, manage case assignments, and collaborate with law enforcement to ensure effective charging decisions and appellate handling.

Qualifications

• Must be a current member in good standing with the Washington Bar Association.
• Seven years of progressively responsible trial experience as a prosecutor practicing criminal law in Washington courts.
• Valid Washington State driver's license.
• Satisfactory nationwide criminal background check required as job offer condition.

Responsibilities

• Review law enforcement incident reports, make charging decisions, draft and file charging documents, direct follow-up investigations, interview witnesses, and maintain communication with law enforcement on assigned cases.
• Prosecute all criminal actions in which the state or county may be a party.
• Try cases and perfect appeals, and present and conduct courtroom proceedings necessary for the hearing of assigned cases; Determine strategy, including organization, timing and order of evidence presentation, appearance of witnesses and related factors; Ensure the Prosecuting Attorney and other concerned parties are informed of case progress and direction.
• Distribute work to staff and assign cases to deputy prosecutors to ensure proper and efficient work flow.
• Be available for questions regarding criminal prosecutions and associated activities.

Skills

Trial experience

Legal research

Criminal law

Education

Washington Bar Association member

Job description

County Officials in Waterville, WA is seeking a Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecuting Attorney to lead criminal prosecutions and provide strategic direction in court. The role requires active membership in the Washington Bar and a strong track record in handling complex criminal cases.

You will supervise staff, manage case assignments, and collaborate with law enforcement to ensure effective charging decisions and appellate handling.