Deputy Attorney I, II, or III
About The Position
This position serves as a Deputy Attorney (Levels I, II, or III), managing the professional litigation of criminal cases to ensure the effective prosecution of felonies and misdemeanors across justice, juvenile, and district courts. Responsibilities include conducting preliminary case reviews, determining formal charges, and overseeing the entire litigation process from arraignment through sentencing. You will lead courtroom proceedings by performing comprehensive legal research, drafting briefs, and delivering the State’s case while negotiating plea agreements and bail conditions with defense counsel. Beyond the courtroom, you will act as a vital legal advisor to law enforcement and county departments. This includes coordinating the preparation of search warrants and affidavits, providing specialized legal training for officers, and assisting in the development of administrative procedures. The role also requires managing public relations—responding to media inquiries and implementing communication policies—while providing essential support to the Civil Division as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the County Attorney’s Office.
Requirements
- Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
- Member of the Utah State Bar in good standing
- Eligibility to practice law in Utah
- Deputy Attorney I: At least one year of experience as a practicing attorney
- Deputy Attorney II: Six years of legal practice, with a minimum of three years specifically focused on criminal law
- Deputy Attorney III: A minimum of six years of experience as a practicing attorney
- An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered for all levels
Responsibilities
- Managing the professional litigation of criminal cases
- Conducting preliminary case reviews
- Determining formal charges
- Overseeing the entire litigation process from arraignment through sentencing
- Performing comprehensive legal research
- Drafting briefs
- Delivering the State’s case
- Negotiating plea agreements and bail conditions with defense counsel
- Acting as a legal advisor to law enforcement and county departments
- Coordinating the preparation of search warrants and affidavits
- Providing specialized legal training for officers
- Assisting in the development of administrative procedures
- Managing public relations, responding to media inquiries and implementing communication policies
- Providing essential support to the Civil Division as needed
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plans
- Various supplemental insurance options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee perks program
- Uintah County's award-winning wellness program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
