City Prosecutor

City of Auburn, WA; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental & vision plans.

Pension plans

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Flexible Spending

Deferred compensation

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The City of Auburn, WA seeks a Prosecuting Attorney to join the Legal Department. The role focuses on prosecuting misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor crimes and infractions for the City of Auburn, with emphasis on analyzing law, applying facts, and presenting persuasive oral arguments in court.

The ideal candidate will handle prosecution duties, maintain confidentiality, work under pressure, and collaborate with city staff, law enforcement, and the public to ensure just and effective legal

Qualifications

• Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA).
• Ability to analyze law and apply facts to cases.
• Ability to present oral argument clearly and persuasively.

Responsibilities

• Appear at prosecution court proceedings including arraignments, pre-trial hearings, motions, jury/bench trials, sentencings, review hearings, and contested infraction hearings.
• Review cases for criminal charging and prepare charged cases for in-court prosecution; coordinate witnesses and opposing counsel.
• Communicate clearly in writing and speech to diverse audiences in a professional manner; collaborate with City Staff, Police Department, Courts, and public.
• Organize case information, maintain uniform files, conduct discovery, interview witnesses, analyze evidence and law, develop trial or motion strategies, perform legal research, prepare briefs, present the City's case in court, and perform appellate work as needed.
• Manage criminal prosecution caseload and coordinate with Police Department and Courts for efficient case management.

Skills

Analyze law

Oral argument

Work under pressure

Confidentiality

Professionalism

Conflict management

Education

ABA-accredited law school

Job description

The City of Auburn is looking for a Prosecuting Attorney to add to our team!

This position performs professional legal work with primary responsibility for prosecution of misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor crimes and infractions for the City of Auburn.

Our ideal candidate has:

• Ability to analyze law and apply facts.
• Ability to accurately and persuasively present oral argument on legal issues.
• Ability to work timely and under pressure.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Professionalism, cooperation, and considerate to others.
• Conflict management skills.

THE LEGAL DEPARTMENT

The City Attorney's office represents the City in its day-to-day operations and provides legal advice to the Mayor, City Council, and Boards & Commissions that make up the municipal government of the City of Auburn. The team consists of three divisions: Civil, Prosecution, and the City Clerk's office.

OUR CITY

The City of Auburn was incorporated in 1891, and has since bloomed into a perfect place to live, visit, explore, and play. With over 29.8 square miles of land, two rivers, and two counties, Auburn is home to over 80,000 residents and hundreds of businesses, ranging from manufacturing to retail.

Working in Auburn

The City operates as a Strong-Mayor form of Mayor-Council government, with a City Council of seven at-large members. The management team at the City of Auburn includes the Mayor and nine Department Directors from the following departments: Administration, Community Development, Finance, Human Resources, Innovation & Technology, Legal, Parks & Arts & Recreation, Police, and Public Works. With a mission to improve the lives of Auburn residents, promote diversity, and support economic growth, Team Auburn is a great place to work!

In this job, you will:

• Appear at prosecution court proceedings including, but not limited to, arraignments, pre-trial hearings, motions, jury/bench trials, sentencings, review hearings, and contested infraction hearings.
• Review cases for criminal charging, and ready charged cases for in-court prosecution by preparing necessary documents and contacting needed witnesses/victims and opposing counsel.
• Communicates clearly and concisely speaking and writing to a variety of audiences in a professional manner; works courteously, cooperatively, effectively, and professionally with City Staff, the Police Department, the Courts and court staff, opposing attorneys, and the public in carrying out duties.
• Organizes case information and maintains uniform case files; ensures proper discovery; interviews witnesses; analyzes evidence and the law; develops trial or motion strategies; performs legal research; prepares briefs; effectively and confidently presents the City's case and oral arguments in court; and performs appellate work as needed.
• Manage criminal prosecution caseload, coordinating with the Police Department and Courts for effective and efficient case management.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association

AND

• Valid state driver’s license without impending loss at time of appointment.

WE WOULD LOVE IF YOU HAD:

• Experience litigating criminal misdemeanor cases and traffic violation cases, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in these areas, but not limited to, criminal prosecution experience, Rule 9 prosecution experience, and/or criminal prosecution internship or externship experience.

NOTE: Applicants must successfully complete fingerprinting, background check, and the CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Services) Security Certification Test to be allowed to view sensitive information and have unescorted access while at the Police Department (per Washington State Patrol ACCESS unit).

WHY CHOOSE THE CITY OF AUBURN?

• Competitive salary
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans with employee premiums paid by the City
• Employer contributions to the State Retirement System pension plans
• 17 days of paid vacation per year (prorated)
• 11 paid holidays per year
• 2 paid floating holidays of your choice per year
• VEBA (tax-free health savings account)
• Optional Flexible Spending benefit plan
• Deferred Compensation plan options
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• And more!

For more information about what benefits the City provides, please visit: https://auburn.attract.neogov.com/p/benefits

Commitment to Inclusion

Team Auburn values a wide range of perspectives and life experiences and believes our strength comes from the diversity of people and ideas. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals who will help us foster a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and service to the community.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The City of Auburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation.

To learn more about the Inclusive Auburn initiative, please visit: www.auburnwa.gov/InclusiveAuburn