City Prosecutor

Holladay City•Holladay, UT

1d•$98,089 - $147,134

About The Position

This position is primarily responsible for prosecuting criminal cases on behalf of Holladay, Millcreek, Cottonwood Heights and Brighton in the Holladay Justice Court and appeals to the Third District Court. Minimum requirements include graduation from an American Bar Association-accredited law school, membership in good standing with the Utah State Bar, a minimum of 5 years of practicing criminal law, and experience in legal research and writing.

Requirements

Graduation from an American Bar Association-accredited law school with a Juris Doctor.
Five years of experience practicing criminal law.
Experience in legal research and writing.
Must possess and maintain a valid Utah State driver’s license with periodic verifications by the City.
Must be a member, in good standing, with the Utah State Bar Association.
Must be able to pass a Bureau of Criminal Identification background check.
Working knowledge of federal, state, municipal, and criminal law, rules, and legal terminology.
Working knowledge of City departments and the legal needs.
Working knowledge of Utah Rules of Evidence, Rules of Civil Procedure, and Rules of Criminal Procedure.
Skill in writing.
Skill in oral advocacy.
Skill in absorbing raised issues and evaluating conflicting contention.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to analyze and organize facts, evidence, and precedents and develop legal conclusions and applications.
Ability to digest information and adjust legal strategies impromptu under stress.
Ability to apply very general arguments to specific instances.
Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with elected officials, City employees, court personnel, attorneys, and law enforcement.
Ability to deal with defendants, victims, witnesses, and the public directly under stressful circumstances.
Ability to complete assignments within deadlines.
Ability to engage in critical thinking and creative problem-solving.
Ability to use a computer and associated technology, including E-Prosecutor
Requires physical movement and sitting, as well as the ability to travel unaccompanied for the purpose of conducting City business.
Requires the ability to perform light physical tasks, including the operation of office machinery and equipment and occasional light lifting.
Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, and creative problem solving.
Common eye, hand, and finger dexterity is required to perform essential functions.
Talking, hearing, and seeing are required in the normal course of performing the job.

Nice To Haves

Experience in municipal law highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Represent the cities in various misdemeanor criminal and traffic cases; research courtroom evidence; summon witnesses and negotiate pleas.
Performs typical prosecution duties including legal research and evidence gathering; screening cases for possible criminal prosecution; discovery responses; preparing for and participating in bench and jury trials, motion hearings, conferences with defendants and attorneys, and other related trial work; preparing pleadings, plea negotiations, and arguments; recommending sentencing when appropriate; communicating with victims; responding to Post Conviction Remedies Act claims; and reviewing and responding to expungement petitions.
Manage the flow of work for criminal prosecution.
Coordinate with the civil City Attorney to prosecute civil remedies to enforce city ordinances, abate public nuisances, and recover damages to city property.
Screen misdemeanor criminal cases.
Coordinate efforts with victims' advocates and law enforcement.
Represent the City in criminal appeals to district and appellate courts.
Maintain a professional relationship with the City, court, law enforcement officials, staff, and the public.
Advise law enforcement personnel and city representatives on matters concerning criminal law.
Travel to and attend court, meetings, and conferences/seminars on behalf of the City.
Maintain professional association memberships.
Stay abreast of current case law, statutory changes, and legal trends and innovations.
Provide advice on city ordinances and laws.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.