STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 10TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT STATE ATTORNEY - 21000439

State of Florida•Bartow, FL

About The Position

The State Attorney's Office, 10th Judicial Circuit, is accepting applications for the position of Assistant State Attorney. Positions are available in our Trial Division and our non-trial, Intake Division. Trial Attorneys are responsible for prosecuting a large volume of Felony and/or Misdemeanor cases. Intake Attorneys are responsible for reviewing and analyzing reports, complaint affidavits, and other relevant information for referral for prosecution or inclusion in programs as applicable. We offer a competitive salary commensurate with the qualifications and work experience of each individual candidate, along with a comprehensive benefits package. Current members of the Florida Bar are invited to apply. Please include a cover letter and resume along with your application.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate degree in Law
Applicant must be a member of the Florida Bar in good standing, or eligible for certification under the Florida Practice Rules

Responsibilities

prosecutorial criminal casework requiring preparation of legal documents, legal research, taking of depositions, and interviewing of witnesses, victims and other parties to ascertain facts of case for prosecution
Trial work includes case preparation for court presentation, examining and cross-examining witnesses/defendants/victims, and summarizing cases for presentation for jury and non-jury trials
proficient management of detailed case work
ability to use office computer software and equipment
communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
perform various frequent and repetitive actions/duties, in use of computer programs/keyboard and telephone
Travel between branches may be required