Narcotics Prosecution Attorney | On-Call Trial Prosecutor

Jefferson County, Mo Local Government; Hillsboro (MO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney's Office seeks an Attorney II to advance justice by enforcing Missouri law through criminal prosecution. You will review charges, prosecute cases from assignment to disposition, handling felony trials, probation revocations, civil asset forfeitures, and on-call duties, with emphasis on narcotics prosecution within the Jefferson County Municipal Enforcement Group.

Requirements include a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school, at least three years

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited school of law.
• 3 years previous relevant work experience is required.
• Valid Driver's license. Admission to practice law in the State of Missouri; active member in good standing with the Missouri Bar.

Responsibilities

• Case Intake & Charging: Screen police reports, criminal histories, and evidence; draft informations/complaints; determine appropriate charges and enhancements.
• Case Management: Maintain a caseload in case management system by keeping notes, sending and completing tasks, adding essential witnesses and managing case settings
• Discovery & Evidence: Request, track, and disclose discovery; manage digital evidence; issue subpoenas; coordinate witness availability.
• Legal Research & Writing: Research statutes/caselaw; draft motions, responses, jury instructions, plea offers, and sentencing memos.
• Court Proceedings: Handle dockets that include arraignments, pleas, probation violations, sentencings and miscellaneous motions.
• On-Call Duties: Handle urgent charging decisions and search warrants for one week on a rotation.
• Professional Development: Participate in continuing legal education provided for prosecutors.
• Collaboration: Work with law enforcement, victim advocates and other community members to coordinate case handling.
• The individual in this role is expected to contribute to the team's efforts by completing other related tasks, as may be assigned.

Education

Juris Doctorate from an accredited school of law

Job description

The Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney's Office seeks an Attorney II to advance justice by enforcing Missouri law through criminal prosecution. You will review charges, prosecute cases from assignment to disposition, handling felony trials, probation revocations, civil asset forfeitures, and on-call duties, with emphasis on narcotics prosecution within the Jefferson County Municipal Enforcement Group.

Requirements include a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school, at least three years