Deputy Prosecutor III

Bannock County • Pocatello, ID

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Deputy Prosecutor III provides professional legal services, which include prosecuting felony, misdemeanor, and/or juvenile cases, making charging decisions, negotiating case settlements, and assisting the County Prosecutor with other legal and administrative work necessary to achieve the objectives of the office. Assignments may be made to prosecute specific types of cases such as major crimes, complex litigation, serious felony, and civil cases. The position provides general direction to assigned legal and other assistant support positions but is not a supervisory position. While the work is performed under the general supervision and authority of the County Prosecutor, there the position is expected to exercise independent judgment, initiative, and discretion to manage the assigned caseload.

Requirements

• Graduation from a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctorate Degree (JD)
• Admission to the Idaho State Bar with an active license to practice law in the State of Idaho
• Meet any annual licensing requirements and maintain a membership in good standing in the Idaho State Bar Association
• Three (3) years of career experience and three (3) years of Bannock County prosecuting experience, or equivalent combination of experience
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal interaction and to communicate effectively in person, in writing, on a telephone, and in a courtroom environment
• Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written filings and supporting documents, and to assist in the preparation, monitoring, and litigation of all cases
• Sufficient manual dexterity, personal mobility, flexibility, and balance, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to work in an office environment, lift up to 20 pounds, and attend scheduled court appearances

Responsibilities

• Investigates, prepares, and manages felony, misdemeanor, and/or juvenile cases for trial, including but not limited to: reviewing charges and evidence, conducting legal research, interviewing affected parties, preparing required legal and court documents, preparing, and arguing briefs, and attending court proceedings
• May be assigned specific types of cases such as major crimes, complex litigation, serious felony, and civil cases, or other complex specializations
• Makes charging decisions following review and evaluation of police reports and other evidence and in consideration of applicable law
• Negotiates case settlements with opposing counsel
• Advises and consults with police officers, detectives, attorneys, defendants, victims, witnesses, and other interested and affected parties
• Represents the County's interest in court
• Answers communications from the public relative to legal matters affecting the County
• May be assigned on call after regular hours to respond to emergency situations, or other duties as assigned or necessary to aid the department in the completion of its objectives
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, and safety practices

What This Job Offers

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