Prosecuting Attorney

Washington County, Utah; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington County Attorney's Office in Saint George, UT, is seeking a Deputy County Prosecuting Attorney to manage cases through all stages of the criminal justice process. The role involves working closely with law enforcement, victims, witnesses, and community partners to ensure fair, effective administration of justice.

The starting wage depends on experience, with a full-time position offering benefits. Must hold a Utah bar license and JD to practice law in Utah.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree required.
• Licensed to practice law in Utah and member in good standing of the Utah State Bar.
• Strong legal research, writing, advocacy, and communication skills.
• Experience in prosecuting and litigation helpful.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute criminal cases in justice, juvenile, and district courts.
• Review law enforcement reports and determine appropriate charges.
• Conduct legal research, analyze evidence, interview witnesses, and prepare documents.
• Represent the State through hearings, trials, sentencing, and appeals.
• Collaborate with law enforcement and assist with warrants.
• Communicate with victims, witnesses, law enforcement, and opposing counsel.
• Participate in an off-hours rotation to assist law enforcement.

Skills

Legal analysis

Advocacy

Research

Writing

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

JOB OPENING FOR A

Deputy County Prosecuting Attorney

FOR THE

Washington County Attorney's Office

FULL TIME WITH BENEFITS / Starting wage depending on experience:

$104,966.89 up to $140,000 Annually

The Deputy County Attorney performs a variety of professional legal duties related to the prosecution and litigation of criminal cases. The successful candidate will manage cases through all stages of the criminal justice process, work closely with law enforcement, victims, witnesses, and community partners, and help ensure the fair and effective administration of justice.

Key Responsibilities

• Prosecute criminal cases in justice, juvenile, and district courts.
• Review law enforcement reports and determine appropriate criminal charges.
• Conduct legal research, analyze evidence, interview witnesses, and prepare legal documents.
• Represent the State through hearings, trials, sentencing, and appeals.
• Work closely with law enforcement and assist with search and arrest warrants.
• Communicate with victims, witnesses, law enforcement, and opposing counsel.
• Participate in an assigned off-hours rotation to assist law enforcement.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate has strong legal analysis, advocacy, research, writing, and communication skills and can effectively evaluate facts and evidence and apply applicable legal principles to individual cases.

Candidates should have knowledge of:

• Criminal trial procedures and rules of evidence.
• Advocacy techniques and legal principles.
• Utah Code and applicable local ordinances.
• Criminal prosecution and relevant case law.
• Legal research principles, practices, and methods.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• Sufficient experience to demonstrate the aptitude and ability to successfully perform the duties of the position.
• Strong legal research, writing, advocacy, and communication skills.
• Must be licensed to practice law in Utah and be a member of the Utah State Bar in good standing.

Closing date is September 17, 2026

Women & Minorities are encouraged to apply.

Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer