Weber County · 2 days ago
Deputy County Attorney - Criminal Division
Ogden, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$101K/yr - $151K/yrWeber County is seeking a Deputy County Attorney for the Criminal Division. The role involves performing legal work related to the prosecution of criminal cases, advising law enforcement, conducting legal research, and representing the State in criminal matters.
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Responsibilities
Advises police and other governmental agencies on matters of law and procedure, including sufficiency of evidence to issue criminal complaints, search warrants, and arrest warrants, and supervises preparation thereof
Provides education and training to law enforcement as needed
Reviews cases for sufficiency of evidence and compliance with law
Conducts legal research
Makes screening decisions on cases
Prepare and file information, gather evidence, interview witnesses, and present evidence in all matters relating to criminal conduct by individuals
Responsible for representing the State in criminal matters and making oral statements, preparing and filing written pleadings
Handles criminal court calendars; arraignments, sentencings, motions, hearings, and trials in District Court; prosecutes felony and misdemeanor cases for the State of Utah; prosecutes cases in juvenile court and justice court
Must be willing to take instruction from more senior attorneys and meet obligations and deadlines
Must demonstrate increasing responsibility and capabilities in handling more serious and complex legal matters
Must demonstrate capabilities in successfully prosecuting cases through jury trials
Must demonstrate increasing ability to operate independently and with initiative
Must demonstrate increasing ability to build good working relationships with law enforcement personnel and coworkers, court personnel, and the general public
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school with a Juris Doctor Degree
Must be a member of the Utah State Bar in good standing
Must be licensed to practice law in the state of Utah within six (6) months after the hire date and be in good standing
Must possess a valid Utah Driver's License and a good driving record
Pass an extensive criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening
Experience preferred but not required for Deputy County Attorney I
Five (5) or more years of experience as an Attorney in criminal practice is required for Deputy County Attorney II
Ten (10) or more years of experience as an Attorney in criminal practice is required for Deputy County Attorney III
Ability to draft legal documents
Ability to apply legal principles and knowledge to individual cases and problems
Ability to analyze and evaluate facts and evidence rapidly and to apply them to individual cases and problems
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing in stressful and confrontational circumstances
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, administrative and court officials, and the general public
Ability to interact with difficult, displeased, angry, or distressed individuals and must be able to remain calm and confident
Ability to use personal computer, including word processing and case management software
Ability to accurately input data into a computer for case record management
Ability to review difficult and sometimes appalling evidence and material and maintain objectivity in the evaluation of this type of information
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Retirement
401k match
Sick/Vacation
Life Insurance
Short-term Disability
Accident
Critical Illness
Parental Leave
Maternity Leave
Company
Weber County
Weber County is a government website that provides property tax, marriage license, passport, and information services.
Founded in 1850
1001-5000 employees
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