Full-Time Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I/II – Project Position
Job Description
Job Summary
The Clark County Prosecuting Attorney has an opening for a project term Deputy Prosecuting Criminal Attorney I or Deputy Prosecuting Attorney II level, depending on experience. The anticipated end of the project term is December 31, 2024. This pool may also be used to fill other Deputy Prosecuting Attorney vacancies, both project and regular positions.
The DPA will provide a wide range of professional legal services for the County, including the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases serving as a Deputy to the Prosecuting Attorney. Application materials will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will be scheduled accordingly.
Qualifications
For DPA I or II
o Equivalent to a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
o Membership in the State Bar of Washington or pending results of Washington Bar examination.
For DPA II: Four years of responsible experience in a law office as a practicing attorney.
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities will be considered.
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate for this position will be subject to fingerprinting prior to their first day of work and a criminal history record check
Knowledge of: Ordinances, statutes, and court decisions relating to civil or criminal prosecution; judicial procedure and rules of evidence; methods of legal research; pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations; established precedents and sources of legal reference applicable to prosecuting activities.
Ability to: Learn the established precedents and sources of legal reference applicable to prosecuting activities; represent the County in a variety of criminal prosecution proceedings; analyze, appraise, organize, and present facts, evidence, and precedents in a clear and logical manner; analyze and prepare a wide variety of legal documents; research, analyze, and evaluate new program techniques, methods, and procedures; interpret and apply legal principles and procedures; prepare and present cases in court; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including County and other government officials, community groups, the general public, and media representatives.
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Salary Grade: M2.836 ($8,535.00 – $12,058.00) per month
How to Apply
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
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