Assistant State's Attorney - Juvenile

Frederick County Government•Courthouse Complex - Frederick, MD

12d•Onsite

About The Position

This professional position is assigned to the Juvenile Division of the State's Attorney's Office, with responsibility for presenting assigned cases and trial work in the Juvenile Court. This position must coordinate investigations with law enforcement investigating crimes committed by juveniles. This position is supervised by the Chief Assistant State's Attorney (Juvenile). The State’s Attorney’s Office strives to ensure equal opportunities and access for its workforce, applicants, and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for residents, apply to the State's Attorney's Office today.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited law school
Admission to the Bar of the State of Maryland
Some work experience in case analysis, trial preparation and preparation of case documents
Current Bar Admission in the State of Maryland
Minimum 2 years of work experience in criminal Law, litigation, case analysis, trial preparation and preparation of criminal and/or juvenile court documents
Considerable knowledge of legal principles and procedures
Experience with juvenile witnesses
Experience working with victims and or perpetrators of sexual offenses and/or violent crimes
Ability to effectively evaluate and try a case
Ability to effectively obtain information through interview and interrogation
Ability to conduct legal research
Ability to draft legal memorandum and court orders with appropriate legal references and research
Ability to make quick and well-reasoned case decisions under pressured circumstances
Discretion and good judgment in working with sensitive information, with ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, attorneys and others in the judicial system and the general public
Ability to give knowledgeable and practical advice to individuals who are emotionally distraught
Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including the ability to maintain clear, accurate case files

Nice To Haves

Law experience as a litigating criminal or juvenile law attorney in the State of Maryland
Experience communicating and working with families in crisis
Experience working on issues related to sexual violence and offending
Bilingual skills in Spanish

Responsibilities

Perform all case preparation and litigation for juvenile matters
Analyze juvenile charging documents for appropriate charges and evidentiary needs for trial
Assist law enforcement and multi-disciplinary teams in the resolution of crimes against children which involve juvenile perpetrators; prosecute these cases in court as well as handling all pre-charge options for these youth
Follow cases from petition through adjudication, disposition, violations of probation, and review hearings when applicable
Prepare for disposition hearings which requires multiple communications with the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services case managers and defense counsel, as well as review of psychological and psychiatric evaluations and disposition reports from counselors, school officials, etc.
Assist & provide legal advice and training to police agencies regarding charging decisions, including school resource officers, patrol officers and detectives calling for guidance)
Litigate waiver hearings to adult jurisdiction when appropriate
Litigate shelter and detention hearings
Litigate adult violation of probation matters and assist if requested in adult felony matters
Negotiate resolutions for juvenile respondents and victims with law enforcement pre-charge, and with our diversion programs as well as after petition in the courtroom
Draft plea offers, pleadings, consent orders, and/or court orders
Participate in community education events and public speaking on behalf of the office, to include regular education classes with the Frederick County Public Schools
Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options
Generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan)
Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Vesting after 5 years of service
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Deferred Compensation Plan
Legal Resources
Supplemental Life Insurance
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan