Prosecutor: Deputy Assistant State’s Attorney (Hartford)

State of Connecticut; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 98,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Connecticut's Division of Criminal Justice seeks a Deputy Assistant State's Attorney or Apprentice Prosecutor for the Hartford GA12 in Manchester, CT. The role involves reviewing cases, conducting trials, and advising victims, with a 40-hour work week and standard hours.

Applicants must be admitted to the Connecticut Bar, pass a background check, and may travel as part of daily duties. Starting salaries vary by track and are set by the division head.

Qualifications

• Attorney at law and member in good standing with the Connecticut Bar.
• Background check required before employment.
• May require travel in daily work.

Responsibilities

• Review documentation for criminal cases and direct investigations.
• Prepare cases for arraignment and select charges.
• Conduct pre-trial conferences and jury selection.
• Try cases before juries or judges.
• Advise victims on rights and applicable resources.

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Written advocacy

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Criminal justice system knowledge

Job description

The State of Connecticut's Division of Criminal Justice seeks a Deputy Assistant State's Attorney or Apprentice Prosecutor for the Hartford GA12 in Manchester, CT. The role involves reviewing cases, conducting trials, and advising victims, with a 40-hour work week and standard hours.

Applicants must be admitted to the Connecticut Bar, pass a background check, and may travel as part of daily duties. Starting salaries vary by track and are set by the division head.