Chief Criminal Prosecution & Trial Leader

San Juan County (WA); Friday Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

San Juan County seeks a Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecuting Attorney to lead prosecution efforts in criminal cases across district, superior and juvenile courts. The role includes training deputy sheriffs and staff, reviewing police reports, researching and drafting legal documents, and presenting evidence in court.

The candidate must be admitted to practice in Washington, have at least six years of criminal-law experience, and maintain professional ethics while supervising staff and advising on

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor or approved legal clerk training.
• Admitted to practice law in Washington state.
• Six years of criminal law practice with felony trial experience.
• Clean disciplinary record and ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee prosecutions in district, superior and juvenile courts.
• Direct the work of two legal assistants in filing and preparation of legal documents.
• Train and supervise district court deputy prosecuting attorneys and interns.
• Provide legal memoranda, prepare charging documents and give sentencing recommendations.
• Maintain current knowledge of Washington criminal law, procedures, and appellate rules.

Skills

Legal research

Trial experience

Oral advocacy

Written communication

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

San Juan County seeks a Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecuting Attorney to lead prosecution efforts in criminal cases across district, superior and juvenile courts. The role includes training deputy sheriffs and staff, reviewing police reports, researching and drafting legal documents, and presenting evidence in court.

The candidate must be admitted to practice in Washington, have at least six years of criminal-law experience, and maintain professional ethics while supervising staff and advising on