Associate Prosecuting Attorney (FT) - Administration

City of Brooklyn Park • Brooklyn Park, MN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Brooklyn Park is seeking an experienced Associate Prosecuting Attorney to be a part of its inaugural prosecution team. This role involves assisting the lead Prosecuting Attorney in the criminal prosecution of payable, misdemeanor, and gross misdemeanor cases. The position requires advanced knowledge of criminal prosecution and familiarity with the Hennepin County District Court system, with a commitment to equitable justice due to the diverse community. The Associate Prosecuting Attorney will build and maintain partnerships with the Brooklyn Park Police Department, investigators, and key municipal stakeholders to ensure a fair and just community.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree in law.
• Two (2) years of prosecutorial experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota and eligible to renew every 3 years.
• Attorney in good standing with the MN Ethics Board.
• Knowledge of United States and Minnesota constitutions, statutes, and cases regarding criminal law.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers, law enforcement, and court personnel.
• Ability to prioritize multiple work tasks and manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Ability to prepare and present cases in court.
• Research, analyze and respond to a variety of legal issues and problems.
• See, read and understand complex documents.
• Represent the city professionally and positively.
• Navigate sensitive and high-pressure situations effectively.
• Ability to provide a level of customer service that meets or exceeds customer expectation and satisfaction.
• Embrace and engage in cultural shift toward Continuous Improvement.
• Proven ability and demonstrated commitment to an inclusive workplace related to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced knowledge of criminal prosecution and a strong, established familiarity with the Hennepin County District Court.
• Prior experience practicing specifically within a municipal government framework, including a strong understanding of city ordinances and the local legislative process.
• Proficiency with standard prosecutors' case management systems.
• Active membership in professional legal associations, such as the MN County Attorneys Association (MCAA) and Minnesota State Bar Association (MSBA) Criminal Law Section.
• Familiarity with digital evidence, including body-worn camera footage, digital forensics and electronic discovery disclosure rules.
• Experience working with people from various cultural, socioeconomic, racial, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Continuous learning in racial equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility space.
• Fluency in Spanish, Hmong, Russian, Somali, Lao or Vietnamese language(s).

Responsibilities

• Appear in court at every stage of criminal proceedings, including arraignments, pre-trial plea negotiations, pre-trial hearings, trials, sentencings, and appeals.
• Screen cases for viability of criminal charges by reviewing and evaluating reports and evidence from law enforcement, speaking with law enforcement, witnesses, and victims, and assessing potential legal and evidentiary issues prior to making filing decisions.
• Litigate and manage complex criminal procedures, routinely handle state asset forfeiture proceedings, emergency and final Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPO) hearings, and statutory expungement petitions.
• Confer with attorneys, city employees, and interested parties regarding criminal prosecution cases and trials.
• Provide updates and respond to inquiries from affected parties in a timely manner, discuss proposed case resolutions with law enforcement and victims, and prepare witnesses and officers for hearings and trials.
• Research and write legal briefs on issues, including appeals to Minnesota appellate courts.
• Author legal advisories and actionable training memorandums.
• Prepare and present training materials to police department employees in collaboration with the Police Department.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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