Juvenile Resource Prosecutor (JRP)

SALARY GRADE: Flat Rated

Purpose: This position offers a unique opportunity to serve as a critical resource for prosecutors, law enforcement, and allied professionals across North Carolina, enhancing the capability of the State’s prosecutors to effectively prosecute juvenile cases.

Why Join Us? At the North Carolina Conference of District Attorneys, we believe in the power of teamwork. As part of our collaborative and mission-driven team, as a Juvenile Resource Prosecutor, you will have the opportunity to coordinate the appropriate education and information on the law and available tools. You will connect with dedicated professionals across disciplines, allowing you to grow professionally while advancing justice for some of the most vulnerable members of our communities. Your duty station will be based on agency needs and your location. This position requires travel across North Carolina to assist prosecutors in various districts, making adaptability and independence essential.

As the Juvenile Resource Prosecutor, you’ll be a vital partner in empowering prosecutors and allied professionals with the tools, training, and guidance they need to successfully maneuver through the Juvenile Court System. Key responsibilities include:

• Be the Expert: Serve as a trusted resource to prosecutors, law enforcement, social workers, medical professionals, mental health professionals, and other juvenile justice professionals in the State on juvenile prosecution.
• Legal Consultation: Provide expert legal advice and technical assistance on juvenile cases to prosecutors across the state.
• Case Prosecution & Litigation: Serve as lead or associate counsel, preparing and presenting cases in court, and representing the state in juvenile cases as assigned.
• Pre-Adjudication Support: Support pre-adjudication investigations, including evidence gathering and strategic case development.
• Resource Development: Prepare articles, legal memoranda, and other resources for statewide distribution on current juvenile legal issues.
• Lead Training Initiatives: Assess training needs, design tailored programs, and deliver high-impact training to prosecutors, law enforcement, and allied professionals.
• Provide Expert Guidance: Offer legal research, charging guidance, and support for pre-adjudication, and appellate strategies related to juvenile cases.
• Collaborate and Connect: Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including the social workers, medical professionals, mental health professionals, and other juvenile justice professionals.
• Share Knowledge: Prepare and publish articles for our statewide magazine, sharing best practices and emerging issues with your peers.
• Innovate: Stay on the cutting edge of evidence-gathering techniques and emerging technologies to support law enforcement and prosecutors in the courtroom.
• Liaison: Develop and maintain a rapport with the NC Department of Public Safety, the Office of the Juvenile Defender, Law Enforcement Agencies, the NC Attorney General's office, and other juvenile justice organizations on issues related to juvenile prosecution cases.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a passionate advocate who thrives in a team environment, embraces innovation, and is committed to delivering justice. You’ll work closely with prosecutors, law enforcement, and community partners so, strong communication and collaboration skills are essential. This role requires both legal expertise and a desire to make a difference in the lives of juvenile crime victims and juvenile offenders.

Why You’ll Love It Here: This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to lead, learn, and collaborate with professionals who share your commitment to justice. As part of our team, you’ll be supported in your efforts to make a tangible impact, all while growing your skills and experience in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Salary

• $80,000 - $102,000/year

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Knowledge of: North Carolina statutes, common law, and case law; judicial procedures and rules of evidence; case, statutory, and common law; legal research methods, techniques, sources, databases, and other research tools; the operations of the NC court system; and ethical and professional standards of conduct.

Skill in: interpreting and applying criminal laws to information, evidence, and other data; using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of case facts; researching and identifying precedents in case law; utilizing electronic legal research and online systems; organizing work; setting priorities; meeting critical deadlines; and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction.

Ability to: analyze facts and apply applicable law to those facts; conduct legal research; plan, develop, and execute an effective litigation strategy to achieve desired results; prepare, organize, and conduct witness examinations; deliver opening statements, closing arguments, and evidentiary objections; express complex legal concepts and related facts in a clear and concise manner; argue clearly, logically, and persuasively; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and other participants in the criminal justice process; recognize and solve problems; produce legal interpretations in a quick and responsive manner for court officials; write reports, motions, briefs, and other legal documents; deal tactfully with sensitive situations; communicate both orally and in writing; and work independently.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school and an active North Carolina law license.
• Knowledge and Experience: Extensive understanding of federal, state, and constitutional law, especially regarding juvenile court cases. Familiarity with the NC General Statutes, rules of evidence, and the NC court system.
• Technical Legal Skills: Proficiency in legal research, strategic case analysis, and complex adjudication preparation. Skilled in interpreting complex criminal laws and applying them to cases in real time.
• Communication and Collaboration: Ability to work well with other attorneys, law enforcement, and criminal justice partners. Effective in both oral and written communication and comfortable representing cases in court.
• Travel: This position requires frequent travel across North Carolina to assist prosecutors in various districts, making adaptability and independence essential.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to the minimum qualifications, possess one or more of the following:

• Demonstrated a clear, concise writing style.
• Attended an instructor development training program.

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