ASST STW PROSECUTOR-SENIOR ATTORNEY-DLA - 41002029 1

State of Florida • Fort Lauderdale, FL

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About The Position

A senior attorney employed by the Office of Statewide Prosecution serves as an Assistant Statewide Prosecutor and Assistant Statewide Grand Jury Legal Adviser, under the direction and supervision of a Bureau Chief Assistant Statewide Prosecutor.

Requirements

• Membership in the Florida Bar and five years (5) of criminal trial law experience.

Nice To Haves

• Preference may be given to applicants with criminal prosecution experience.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and evaluating evidence for prosecution of criminal cases.
• Submitting all necessary data and recommendations to the Chief Assistant for intake decisions to accept or reject cases for prosecution.
• Advising and assisting the investigating agency in the completion of investigations and preparation of cases for prosecution, including the review of search warrants, electronic surveillance applications and orders, arrest affidavits and warrants; the taking of voluntary statements by witnesses or those given pursuant to subpoena; consultation with experts on the meaning and effect of technical evidence; researching applicable laws and regulations and applying them to the facts and evidence presented.
• Making charging decisions based on all relevant and material factors available, in consultation with the Bureau Chief Assistant.
• Establishing contact and coordination with other divisions within the Department of Legal Affairs, or other law enforcement or regulatory agencies, for the purpose of pursuing necessary civil or administrative remedies in appropriate cases.
• Preparing and filing charging instruments.
• Coordinating, to the extent possible, the surrender or arrest of criminal defendants on the charges filed.
• Representing the State at bond hearings.
• Determining the scope of discoverable materials, ensuring compliance with applicable discovery requirements, and attending depositions of all witnesses.
• Representing the State in pre-trial motion practice and at all calendar calls of the court.
• Representation of the State at trial on the charges.
• Representation of the State at post-trial hearings and sentencing proceedings.
• Establishing and maintaining contact with the Assistant Attorney General assigned to handle appellate matters, assisting where necessary int he preparation of the record on appeal, and in analysis of appellate issues and arguments raised by the defense, or as necessary to the representation of the State's interests.
• Requesting, in all cases, the recovery of the costs associated with the prosecution as expended by the Office, and the costs of investigation as expended by the investigating agencies.
• Conducting and memorializing post-case review sessions with the investigating agencies and appropriate supervisors to determine effectiveness of the approaches and strategies of the prosecution team.
• Participating in the Statewide Grand Jury process under the direct supervision of the Statewide Prosecutor, in appropriate cases.
• Following established policies and procedures regarding the operation of the Statewide Grand Jury, including the issuance of subpoenas, travel and expense reimbursement rules, and scheduling of appearances.
• Attending and participating in local, regional, and statewide investigative intelligence meetings and task forces, with the consent of the Bureau Chief Assistant, for the purpose of facilitating the implementation and use of the "integrated approach" to combating organized crime.
• Attending, at the direction of the Statewide Prosecutor, the "Integrated Approach" panel meetings sponsored by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, when an active case is presented to that panel for acceptance or review.
• Maintaining proper documentation, according to Office policy, or all work performed, including intake and case progress forms, organized and indexed pleadings and case files, and current data entry in the automated case tracking system.
• Assisting the Statewide Prosecutor in the formulation of legislative priorities for criminal justice reform, including the drafting of legislative proposals or analyses of existing proposals.
• Properly representing the Office through courteous, professional, and ethical conduct and demeanor at all times.
• Maintaining continued professional development in the legal field.
• Maintaining a working knowledge of the administrative duties and responsibilities set forth in the Office of Statewide Prosecution Policies and Procedures Manual and the Department of Legal Affairs Policies and Procedures Manual, and subsequent revisions contained in inter-office memoranda from the Statewide Prosecutor, the Executive Assistant, or Bureau Chief Assistant.
• Traveling, as required, to perform the investigative, litigation, and training functions of the Office.

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com).
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees