Sr Deputy Prosecuting Attorney

County of Mason; Washington; On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Mason seeks a licensed attorney to prosecute a broad range of criminal cases in District, Juvenile, or Superior Court, including bench and jury trials. The successful candidate will manage complex caseloads and lead case strategy from investigation through trial.

The role requires a Juris Doctorate and at least five years of prosecutorial experience, with admission to practice before Washington State and federal courts.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree required.
• Five years prosecutorial experience or more.
• Licensed to practice in Washington state.
• Admitted to practice before State and Federal Courts.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute a broad range of criminal cases in District, Juvenile, or Superior Court, including bench and jury trials.
• Prepare for hearings and trials through witness interviews, legal research and investigation.
• Draft, file and negotiate charges, motions and dispositions.
• Provide information to state agencies, the public, victims and others about legal processes and court procedures.
• Maintain current knowledge of laws, regulations and procedures.

Skills

Legal research

Case strategy

Oral & written communication

Time management

Relationship building

Courtroom procedures

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks, which may be found in positions of this class.

Please review the full position description for additional information.

Description

Provides legal representation to prosecute a broad range of difficult and complex criminal cases in District, Juvenile, or Superior Court including bench and jury trials of felonies, gross misdemeanors, misdemeanors and violations that occur in Mason County. Appointment to the position and requirements of the position are in accordance with RCW 36.27.040.

Essential Functions

Screen, review and evaluate factual and legal basis for misdemeanor, felony, and child support cases to determine legal sufficiency; request further investigation by law enforcement as necessary to gather and collect sufficient evidence; make filing decisions and prepares charges to be filed.

Prepare for a variety of types of hearings and trials through interviews of witnesses, victims or others relevant to each case, legal research and investigation of facts and information. Draft, prepare and file appropriate legal documents. Evaluate cases for appropriate disposition, prepare for and participate in plea and other negotiations to obtain resolution to cases.

Prosecute offenders in court to prove charges beyond a reasonable doubt; conduct courtroom or administrative proceedings, therapeutic court proceedings, involuntary treatment act proceedings; determine strategy, organization, timing and order of evidence presentation, appearance of witness, jury instructions and related matters to ensure a fair trial.

Carry an appellate case load (including, but not limited to, reviewing transcripts, responding to appellate arguments, writing response briefs, and providing oral arguments to appellate courts).

Answer questions and provide information to various state agencies, the public, victims, and others regarding general legal principles, the court process, and other related matters.

Remain current on new laws, regulations, and procedures.

As assigned, may provide legal advice and assistance to County departments, boards, elected officials and agencies by reviewing and drafting contracts, correspondence and resolutions.

As assigned, may litigate civil matters for the County by researching and preparing matters for trial or hearing, drafting pleadings and motions and other documents, interviewing witnesses for trial or hearing, developing litigation strategies and presenting oral arguments before the courts or administrative tribunals ensuring conformance with applicable legal and judicial standards and procedures.

Respond to crime scenes as required.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Washington State criminal and civil law and related local statutes, ordinances, case law, and procedures.
• Duties and responsibilities of the Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
• Principles, methods, and practices of legal research and investigation. Judicial procedure and rules of evidence.

Ability to:

• Conduct legal research, analysis, and investigation of criminal or civil cases. Plan, prepare, present, and conduct case strategies for trial.
• Interpret and explain codes, statutes, ordinances, and procedures.
• Manage heavy case loads and maintain appropriate records, logs, and case files.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the general public.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Physically perform the essential functions of the job.

Minimum Qualifications

Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Juris Doctorate degree and at least five years progressively responsible experience in juvenile, district court, child support, civil and felony prosecutions.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid driver's license
• Member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association
• Admitted to practice before State and Federal Trial and Appellate Courts