DEP PROS ATTY - ATTORNEY SUPERVISOR

State of Arkansas; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 114,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Arkansas seeks a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney – Attorney Supervisor to oversee Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys in court preparation, charging decisions, and legal research as well as drafting legal documents. May supervise administrative staff.

This exempt, full-time role requires licensure to practice law in Arkansas and representation of the state in judicial proceedings within the district.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and federal laws and statutes.
• Knowledge of legal research and writing protocols.
• Knowledge of the state's legislative processes.
• Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply case law, statutes, precedents.
• Ability to provide legal guidance and technical assistance to management and staff.
• Ability to conduct litigation.

Responsibilities

• Prosecutes Circuit Court cases for the Judicial District.
• Supervises other Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys by assigning or reviewing work and charging decisions.
• Reviews and meets with law enforcement regarding investigations and witness interviews.
• Drafts briefs, motions, and other legal documents for criminal cases.
• Represents the State of Arkansas in legal proceedings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Knowledge of state and federal laws

Knowledge of legal research and writit

Ability to research, analyze, and cite

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Ability to conduct litigation

Organizational leadership

Education

Law degree

Job description

Summary

The Deputy Prosecuting Attorney – Attorney Supervisor is responsible for supervising other Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys in the performance of their job responsibilities as Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys including court preparation, charging decisions, legal research as well as the drafting of legal documents. May also involve the supervision of administrative support staff.

Position Information

Class Code: Q533U

Grade: SPC08

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $114,390 - $169,298

Summary

The Deputy Prosecuting Attorney – Attorney Supervisor is responsible for supervising other Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys in the performance of their job responsibilities as Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys including court preparation, charging decisions, legal research as well as the drafting of legal documents. May also involve the supervision of administrative support staff.

Functions

• Prosecutes Circuit Court cases for the Judicial District.
• Supervises other Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys by assigning or reviewing work, reviewing legal documents, and assisting in charging decisions.
• Reviews and meets with law enforcement often regarding investigations and interviews of witnesses in their Judicial District.
• Drafts briefs, motions, and other supporting legal documents on criminal cases within the Judicial District.
• Represents the State of Arkansas in legal proceedings within the Judicial District.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of state and federal laws and statutes.
• Knowledge of legal research and writing protocols.
• Knowledge of the state’s legislative processes.
• Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply case law, state and federal statutes, legal precedents, and relevant legislative intent to agency legal matters.
• Ability to provide legal guidance and technical assistance to agency’s management and staff.
• Ability to conduct litigation.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of the professional and administrative support staff.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a law degree from and accredited law school.

Licenses

Licensed to practice law and admitted to the Arkansas State Bar. ACA 16-22-201