Deputy County Attorney I-IV — Lead Criminal Prosecutions

Cache County, Utah

Logan (UT)

On-site

USD 104,000 - 138,000

Full time

3 days ago
Be an early applicant

A complete application in a minute

Tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement contributions
Bereavement leave
14 paid holidays
18 days personal leave in first year

Job summary

Cache County Corporation seeks a Deputy County Attorney I–IV to join the Attorney's Office in Utah. Under the County Attorney's direction, the deputy handles criminal litigation, supervises legal assistants, and may oversee lower-level attorneys on a project basis.

The role emphasizes prosecuting felonies and misdemeanors, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, and representing the State in court. Quick adaptation to procedures and strong communication with the public are essential.

Qualifications

  • Graduated from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate Degree and licensed to practice law in Utah.
  • Experience range varies by Attorney level from I to IV as described in the posted qualifications.
  • Strong litigation and legal-writing skills are required.

Responsibilities

  • Prosecute felonies and misdemeanors in district, justice, and juvenile courts.
  • Review investigations to determine charges and pursue charges per procedures.
  • Perform legal research, draft pleadings, gather and analyze evidence, and issue writs or subpoenas.
  • Represent the State at arraignments, hearings, trials, and settlements.
  • Interview victims, witnesses, and law enforcement in preparation for hearings.
  • Submit status reports on assigned cases to the County Attorney.
  • Collaborate with support staff and provide general assistance to the public.

Skills

Legal research
Pleadings drafting
Criminal litigation
Court appearances
Investigation review

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Cache County Corporation seeks a Deputy County Attorney I–IV to join the Attorney's Office in Utah. Under the County Attorney's direction, the deputy handles criminal litigation, supervises legal assistants, and may oversee lower-level attorneys on a project basis.

The role emphasizes prosecuting felonies and misdemeanors, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, and representing the State in court. Quick adaptation to procedures and strong communication with the public are essential.

Get your free, confidential resume review.

or drag and drop your file here.

Similar jobs

Similar jobs worth comparing

Deputy County Attorney: Criminal Prosecution Lead
Deputy County Attorney: Criminal Prosecution Lead

Cache County Corporation • Logan (UT)

On-site
USD 104,000 - 138,000
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
+5
Criminal Deputy County Attorney I–IV | Public Service
Criminal Deputy County Attorney I–IV | Public Service

Utah County Government • Provo (UT)

On-site
USD 106,000 - 181,000
Health insurance
401(k) plan
Pension
+5
Deputy County Attorney I - IV
Deputy County Attorney I - IV

Cache County, Utah • Logan (UT)

On-site
USD 104,000 - 138,000
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
+5
Deputy County Attorney I - IV
Deputy County Attorney I - IV

Cache County Corporation • Logan (UT)

On-site
USD 104,000 - 138,000
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
+5
Deputy County Attorney I - IV - Criminal
Deputy County Attorney I - IV - Criminal

Utah County Government • Provo (UT)

On-site
USD 106,000 - 181,000
Health insurance
401(k) plan
Pension
+5
Deputy County & Prosecuting Attorney
Deputy County & Prosecuting Attorney

Sweetwater County • Rock Springs (WY)

On-site
USD 65,000 - 90,000
Criminal Prosecutor: Independent Caseload & Mentoring
Criminal Prosecutor: Independent Caseload & Mentoring

CARBON COUNTY • Price (UT)

On-site
USD 75,000 - 135,000
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
+1
Deputy County Attorney: Strategic Counsel & Prosecution
Deputy County Attorney: Strategic Counsel & Prosecution

Leacounty • Lovington (NM)

On-site
USD 85,000 - 110,000
Criminal Trial Attorney — Impactful Public Service Roles
Criminal Trial Attorney — Impactful Public Service Roles

Yakima County • Yakima (WA)

On-site
USD 114,000 - 128,000
Health Care Benefits (Medical, Dental,
Retirement
Paid Vacation
+2
Civil Deputy Prosecutor – County Counsel & Trials
Civil Deputy Prosecutor – County Counsel & Trials

City of Twin Falls • Twin Falls (ID)

On-site
USD 92,000 - 112,000
Health, dental, vision
Life insurance
PERSI retirement & 401(k)
+5