DPA ATTORNEY SPECIALIST

State of Arkansas; Harrison, Northern (AR, KY); Híbrido; USD 104.000 - 154.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

State of Arkansas is seeking a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney to manage criminal caseloads, perform court preparation, and make charging decisions. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, researching cases, and representing the state in proceedings within the judicial district.

The role requires a Juris Doctorate, admission to the Arkansas State Bar, and experience in prosecutorial work. The position is exempt and located in Little Rock, AR as part of the Auditor of State category.

Formación

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Extensive knowledge of state and federal laws and statutes.
• Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply case law and relevant statutes.
• Ability to prepare, present and review oral and written information and reports.

Responsabilidades

• Receive criminal complaints from citizens and consider prosecution.
• Prepare complaint affidavits for filing in misdemeanors.
• Manage misdemeanor and felony case loads including trial preparation and appeals.
• Draft briefs, motions, and other legal documents.
• Represent the State of Arkansas in legal proceedings within the district.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Criminal Law

Legal Research

Litigation

Oral & Written Communication

Educación

Juris Doctorate

Descripción del empleo

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Little Rock - Job Starts Janua, AR, US, 72201

Category: AUDITOR OF STATE

Anticipated Starting Salary: $103,991.00

Position Information

Class Code: Q534U

Grade: SPC07

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $103,991 - $153,907

Summary

The Deputy Prosecuting Attorney works under the direction of the Elected Prosecuting Attorney and is responsible for maintaining a criminal case load and handling all matters associated with criminal prosecution, including court preparation, charging decisions, legal research as well as the drafting of legal documents.

Functions

Receives criminal complaints from citizens within the judicial district for consideration of prosecution. Prepares complaint affidavits for filing in misdemeanor prosecutions.
Maintains misdemeanor case load, including trial and witness preparation, filing appropriate motions and responses and trying misdemeanor cases and appeals. Maintains a felony case load, including trial and witness preparation, filing appropriate motions and responses and trying felony Circuit Court cases for the Judicial District. Reviews case files submitted by law enforcement and other investigatory agencies to recommend appropriate criminal charges. 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.

Dimensions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of state and federal laws and statutes. Knowledge of Criminal Procedure.
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. Ability to conduct litigation.
Ability to prepare, present and review oral and written information and reports.

Minimum Qualifications

A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.

Licenses

Licensed to practice law in Arkansas and admitted to the Arkansas State Bar.