DCJ Deputy Assistant State's Attorney OR Apprentice Prosecutor

State of Connecticut•Danbury, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The State of Connecticut Division of Criminal Justice is recruiting for one full-time Deputy Assistant State's Attorney or Apprentice Prosecutor position in Danbury GA 03, Danbury, Connecticut. The role represents the interests of the state in prosecuting assigned criminal and motor vehicle cases and infractions. The position is based on a 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday, with core hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Travel may be required in the course of daily work. The Deputy Assistant State's Attorney must be an attorney and a member in good standing of the Connecticut Bar at appointment. An Apprentice Prosecutor must be a student at an accredited law school within five months of graduation and a certified legal intern under the rules of the Connecticut Superior Court. An Apprentice Prosecutor must gain admission to the Connecticut Bar within one year of law school graduation to advance to Deputy Assistant State's Attorney. Candidates and incumbents must complete a background check; appointment is made by the Criminal Justice Commission. The starting salary for a Deputy Assistant State's Attorney is $97,997 to $175,434 annually. An Apprentice Prosecutor is paid $46.94 per hour. Starting salary is determined by the Division head based on the selected candidate's work experience. The Division is committed to the fair, equal, diligent, ethical, and impartial administration of justice, and to enforcing Connecticut criminal law fairly and constitutionally.

Requirements

For appointment as Deputy Assistant State's Attorney, be an attorney at law and a member in good standing of the Connecticut Bar.
For appointment as Apprentice Prosecutor, be a student at an accredited law school within five months of graduation and a certified legal intern pursuant to Connecticut Superior Court rules.
An Apprentice Prosecutor must be admitted to the Connecticut Bar within one year of law school graduation to advance to Deputy Assistant State's Attorney.
Complete a background check before employment.
Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply relevant state and federal criminal law, criminal law and legal process, legal principles and practice, and the statutory authority, operation, and administration of the Division of Criminal Justice.
Interpersonal, negotiating, trial, counseling, oral communication, and written communication skills.
Ability to analyze legal problems and present statements of fact, law, and argument.
Ability to write legal briefs and supporting documentation.
Include a juris license number on the application.

Responsibilities

Review documentation for assigned criminal cases and infractions and direct supplemental or further investigation.
Prepare cases for arraignment, select appropriate charges, and prepare original statements of facts.
Review outstanding defense motions and prepare responses or objections as appropriate.
Interview witnesses and victims.
Evaluate case strengths and weaknesses based on findings.
Conduct related legal research.
Negotiate pleas with defense attorneys.
Conduct pre-trial conferences and jury selection.
Try cases before juries, three-judge panels, a single judge, or a magistrate.
Review arrest warrant applications and, upon approval, sign and present them to the presiding judge for final review and signature.
Maintain liaison with and serve as a resource to state and local police.
Advise crime victims about their rights and direct them to appropriate supportive agencies.
Defend habeas corpus petitions, including preparing pleadings, arguing motions, and trying actions.
If assigned to the Appellate Unit, defend appeals brought by convicted defendants before the Appellate Court and Supreme Court.
May prepare appellate material for submission to the Chief State's Attorney's Office after conviction.
May review search and seizure warrant applications.
Perform related duties as required.