Senior Trial Attorney- SF

New Mexico Admin Office of the District Attorneys•Santa Fe, NM

26d•$85,222 - $106,527•Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides for the prosecution of criminal and non-criminal cases. The incumbent may handle all levels of crimes. May undertake special projects such as community education projects and law enforcement training. Leads or assists in trial teams; performs other non-prosecution duties as assigned; supervises or mentors other attorneys and/or staff, performs training for staff; performs other related job duties. This is an advanced level position of the attorney series. The incumbent may demonstrate the ability to progress to the next level by acquiring relevant experience.

Requirements

Licensed attorney to practice law in New Mexico
Minimum of four (4) years as a practicing attorney in criminal law or three (3) years as a prosecuting attorney
Comprehensive and current knowledge and skills in the areas of criminal prosecution, rules of evidence and rules of criminal procedure
Public relations knowledge and skills
Organization and supervision knowledge and skills
Basic computer skills including working knowledge of office systems
Fully effective trial skills
Ability to draft legal documents
Ability to work effectively with other criminal agencies
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to research/analyze information and situations
Ability to work independently with minimal consultation with supervisors (except for higher profile or complex cases)
Significant prosecutorial discretion on cases within assigned case load

Nice To Haves

Five (5) to seven (7) years or more of relevant prosecution experience

Responsibilities

Prosecution of criminal and non-criminal cases
Handle all levels of crimes
Undertake special projects such as community education projects and law enforcement training
Lead or assist in trial teams
Perform other non-prosecution duties as assigned
Supervise or mentor other attorneys and/or staff
Perform training for staff