DCJ Deputy Assistant State's Attorney OR Apprentice Prosecutor

State of Connecticut•Rocky Hill, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Connecticut Division of Criminal Justice is hiring one full-time Deputy Assistant State's Attorney or Apprentice Prosecutor for the Office of the Chief State's Attorney Conviction Integrity Unit in Rocky Hill, Connecticut. The position works Monday through Friday on a 40-hour work week, with core hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The incumbent may be required to travel as part of daily work. Appointment is made by the Criminal Justice Commission, and a background check is required before employment. The role involves receiving training and representing the interests of the state in the prosecution of assigned criminal and motor vehicle cases and infractions. Prosecutors are expected to seek impartial justice for both the guilty and the innocent, faithfully applying the law without passion, prejudice, or resentment. A 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 be admitted to the Connecticut Bar within one year of law school graduation to advance to Deputy Assistant State's Attorney. The starting annual salary for a Deputy Assistant State's Attorney is $97,997 to $175,434, with the starting salary determined by the Division head based on the selected candidate's work experience. An Apprentice Prosecutor is paid $46.94 per hour.

Requirements

For the Deputy Assistant State's Attorney role, be an attorney at law and a member in good standing of the Connecticut Bar at appointment.
For the Apprentice Prosecutor role, 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 be admitted to the Connecticut Bar within one year of graduation from an accredited law school 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.

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, single judges, or magistrates.
Review applications for arrest warrants 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 the action.
For members of 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 applications for search and seizure warrants.
Perform related duties as required.