Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

Union County Ohio • Marysville, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Union County Prosecutor is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as an Assistant Prosecutor. This role involves performing legal research; drafting, reviewing, and filing pleadings; attending court hearings, prosecuting cases on behalf of the State of Ohio in Juvenile and Adult Felony Court. Your contributions will make a direct, positive impact to the residents and future of Union County. This is an exceptional opportunity for attorneys seeking meaningful public service, diverse professional experience, long-term stability, and a fulfilling alternative to traditional law firm practice. If you meet the requirements below and are interested in joining our dynamic, mission-driven team, we invite you to apply.

Requirements

• Possession of Juris Doctorate and two (2) - four (4) years' experience as a practicing attorney.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized and self-motivated.
• Must be a lawyer in good-standing with the Ohio Supreme Court.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of: County, Department, and Division goals and objectives; County, Department, and Division policies and procedures; personnel rules and regulations; work place safety; government structure and process; Ohio rules of evidence; courtroom procedures; civil procedure; legal terminology; court filing procedures; Ohio Revised Code; Ohio Administrative Code; office practices and procedures; English grammar and spelling; case management.
• Skill in: typing; word processing; computer operation; drafting; use of modern office equipment; legal research.
• Ability to: Interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, picture, or schedule form; deal with many variables and determine specific action; recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; deal with nonverbal symbols in formulas, equations, or graphs; understand most difficult classes of concepts; exercise independent judgment and discretion; understand, interpret, and apply law, rules or regulations to specific situations; calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; compile and prepare reports; develop complex reports and position papers; respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials; communicate effectively; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communication; comprehend and/or discuss highly abstract materials; work alone on most tasks; lift file boxes; develop and maintain effective working relationships; perform job safely.

Responsibilities

• Performs legal research; analyzes legal issues; remains up to date on the latest case and statutory law; prepares, reviews, and files pleadings; represents the State of Ohio in trials and hearings; interviews witnesses; answers legal questions; drafts legal opinions.
• Represents the State in criminal litigation; writes motions, responses, and appellate briefs. Prepares complaints and indictments and attends grand jury.
• Attends meetings on behalf of the Union County Prosecutor or State of Ohio; provides legal advice to clients; answers and responds to requests for information by the general public; may be assigned to special projects.
• Maintains required licensures, certification, and continuing education requirements, if any.
• Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Attends staff meetings as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level