Deputy Prosecutor I - Civil & Appellate Litigation

Ada-County; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental/vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays off

Retirement plan

Parental leave

Job summary

Ada County Prosecutor’s Office is seeking an entry-level Deputy Prosecutor I to provide legal representation to county departments and elected officials. You will handle civil matters, draft documents, conduct research, and assist with litigation from start to appeal.

The role emphasizes teamwork, ethical conduct, and independence under guidance, with ongoing training and career development opportunities within Ada County.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• Knowledge of Idaho statutes and case law.
• Knowledge of county departments and offices, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of online legal research tools.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, co-workers and members of other agencies.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively.
• Ability to be a team player.
• Ability to exercise good judgment.
• Ability to conduct self in a professional manner both inside and outside the courtroom.

Responsibilities

• Practices civil law across multiple areas including bankruptcy, welfare, civil rights, personal injury, collections, real estate, and public records.
• Drafts contracts and other legal documents.
• Conducts legal research.
• Researches and drafts advice letters and legal opinions for clients.
• Negotiates and prepares contracts and real estate and construction documents.
• Prepares ordinances and resolutions.
• Advises Human Resources and county clients on personnel matters.
• Drafts and reviews findings of fact and conclusions of law in administrative proceedings.
• Participates in civil litigation before state and federal tribunals, up to the U.S. Supreme Court.
• Manages cases from inception through appellate stages.

Skills

Civil law

Contracts

Legal research

Legal opinions

Negotiation

Litigation

Public records

Open meetings

Real estate

Education

Law degree

Job description

Ada County Prosecutor’s Office is seeking an entry-level Deputy Prosecutor I to provide legal representation to county departments and elected officials. You will handle civil matters, draft documents, conduct research, and assist with litigation from start to appeal.

The role emphasizes teamwork, ethical conduct, and independence under guidance, with ongoing training and career development opportunities within Ada County.