DEP PROS ATTY ATTORNEY SUPERVISOR

State of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

3d • $114,390 - $169,298

About The Position

The Deputy Prosecuting Attorney – Attorney Supervisor supervises other Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys in carrying out their responsibilities, including court preparation, charging decisions, legal research, and drafting legal documents. The position may also supervise administrative support staff. The role prosecutes Circuit Court cases and represents the State of Arkansas in legal proceedings within the Judicial District.

Requirements

• Formal education equivalent to a law degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law and admitted to the Arkansas State Bar.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws and statutes.
• Knowledge of legal research and writing protocols.
• Knowledge of the state’s legislative processes.
• Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply case law, state and federal statutes, legal precedents, and relevant legislative intent to agency legal matters.
• Ability to provide legal guidance and technical assistance to agency management and staff.
• Ability to conduct litigation.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of professional and administrative support staff.

Responsibilities

• Prosecutes Circuit Court cases for the Judicial District.
• Supervises other Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys by assigning or reviewing work, reviewing legal documents, and assisting with charging decisions.
• Meets with law enforcement regarding investigations and witness interviews in the Judicial District.
• Drafts briefs, motions, and other supporting legal documents for criminal cases within the Judicial District.
• Represents the State of Arkansas in legal proceedings within the Judicial District.
• May supervise administrative support staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree