Deputy State's Attorney

State of Vermont•Chelsea, VT

2d•$32 - $63

About The Position

The Orange County State’s Attorney’s Office in Chelsea, Vermont is hiring a Deputy State’s Attorney. A DSA represents the State’s Attorney’s Office in prosecuting criminal and certain civil offenses within Orange County. The position is full time and is eligible for benefits that include annual, sick, and personal leave, state holidays, retirement, health insurance (80% employer paid) and life insurance. Dental insurance becomes available after 6 months of accrued service, and long-term disability after one year. The DSA position is covered by the SAS DSA pay plan with a salary range of $31.75 to $62.87 hourly based upon relevant legal experience. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney interested in criminal justice work and acquiring substantial experience in trial work. A DSA is expected to effectively manage their caseload, and may be required to assist other offices at the direction of the State’s Attorney or the Executive Director. A DSA must work effectively with coworkers, law enforcement, community agencies, and other partners, and pursue best practices, innovative approaches and positive outcomes in the justice system.

Requirements

Ability to accurately interpret and apply statutes, rules and regulations.
Ability to handle a high volume of work.
Must possess excellent verbal and writing skills, and organizational skills to effectively meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
Ability to work independently, exercise initiative, maintain confidentiality, ensure accuracy, and meet deadlines.
Computer skills are required, and must perform data entry into the case management system.
Ability to maintain self-composure under stressful situations.
Must establish effective working relationships and respectfully interact with all co-workers, supervisors, partner and community organizations, victims, and members of the public.
Must have excellent interpersonal skills, and demonstrate empathy, emotional intelligence and maturity, particularly in dealing with victims of crime and other vulnerable populations.
J.D. degree and admission to the Vermont Bar.
An individual who has read the law in Vermont and been admitted to the Vermont Bar is eligible to apply.
An individual pending bar results or admission to the Vermont bar may be considered, but will be required to pass the bar and be admitted in Vermont within a reasonable timeframe as determined by the State’s Attorney in order to continue employment.
Private means transportation must be available.

Nice To Haves

Courtroom and jury trial experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

Effectively manage their caseload
Assist other offices at the direction of the State’s Attorney or the Executive Director
Work effectively with coworkers, law enforcement, community agencies, and other partners
Pursue best practices, innovative approaches and positive outcomes in the justice system.