Prosecuting Attorney I — Influence on Justice

Jefferson County, Missouri; Hillsboro (MO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson County, Missouri seeks an Attorney I to prosecute criminal cases under the direction of senior attorneys. The role reviews police reports, determines charges, prepares and presents cases in court to ensure justice through fair and ethical prosecution of misdemeanors and assigned felonies.

The attorney will collaborate with law enforcement, victims, and community stakeholders, handle on-call charging decisions, and maintain detailed case records in the case management system, while

Responsibilities

• Case Management: Review police reports and evidence to determine appropriate charges and case strategy.
• Legal Research: Research statutes, case law, and precedents to support charging decisions and trial preparation.
• Court Preparation: Draft motions, jury instructions, and plea agreements; organize exhibits and witnesses.
• Court Proceedings: Conduct hearings, trials, and plea negotiations in coordination with law enforcement and defense attorneys.
• Discovery & Communication: Respond to discovery requests, communicate with victims, witnesses, and defense counsel.
• On-Call Duties: Provide 24/7 on-call support to law enforcement for urgent charging decisions and search warrants.
• Case Tracking: Maintain detailed records and documentation within the case management system.
• Professional Development: Participate in continuing legal education and peer training sessions.
• Public Representation: Uphold ethical standards and represent the County with integrity in all legal proceedings.
• Collaboration: Work with law enforcement, victim advocates, and community stakeholders to ensure coordinated case handling.
• Policy Support: Assist in drafting policies and internal legal protocols for prosecutorial consistency.

Job description

Jefferson County, Missouri seeks an Attorney I to prosecute criminal cases under the direction of senior attorneys. The role reviews police reports, determines charges, prepares and presents cases in court to ensure justice through fair and ethical prosecution of misdemeanors and assigned felonies.

The attorney will collaborate with law enforcement, victims, and community stakeholders, handle on-call charging decisions, and maintain detailed case records in the case management system, while