First Assistant District Attorney

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POSITION TITLE: First Assistant District Attorney, District 20

LOCATION: Ardmore, OK

STATUS: Full Time, Exempt

CLOSING: Open until filled, time is of the essence

SALARY: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY:

Located in the heart of Lake Country, District 20 is the home to Lake Murray, Lake Texoma, Lake of the Arbuckles and the Chickasaw National Recreational Center, Turner Falls, as well as Lake Crest Hotel & Casino at Lake Murray, Winstar Casino, Artesian Hotel & Casino, and soon the Hard Rock Café at Lake Texoma. District 20 includes the beautiful lake counties of Carter, Love, Johnston, Marshall and Murray with the main office location in Carter County. A successful candidate must have experience as an experienced trial attorney with preference given to prior prosecutorial experience handling a wide array of cases including criminal, civil and county representation.

The 1st Assistant is responsible for managing employment issues, training new attorneys, assisting in civil county representations, prosecuting criminal cases, handling a criminal docket including jury and non-jury trials, prosecuting civil forfeitures, conducting law enforcement trainings, assisting with budgeting, human resources, and fiscal management of a 5-county district. The 1st ADA assists the DA with case management as well as office management of a 25+ employee office as well as a child support office, and any other duties as requested by the District Attorney. The 1st ADA serves at the pleasure of the District Attorney Melissa Handke.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Juris Doctorate from accredited law school. Admitted to and good standing with Oklahoma Bar Association.

• Experienced trial attorney. Prosecutorial experience preferrable.

• Team player looking to collaborate, learn and grow as a prosecutor.

• Persons with an interest in civil and/or Native American law are especially sought, Understanding of McGirt and criminal prosecutions a plus

• Applicants must possess strong writing and research skills, and the ability to effectively communicate and work with law enforcement, elected officials, attorneys, and other agencies.

• Must be able to pass a fingerprint and background check and have no criminal history.

BENEFITS:

Benefits include Full State of Oklahoma benefits – generous monthly allowance for health coverage, paid sick and vacation leave – earned monthly, Paid State and County Holidays, Student Loan Forgiveness program eligible, Schedule M-F 8-5, closed every day from 12-1 for lunch

To apply: Send your resume, cover letter, references, and writing sample to Cassie Hightower, 107 1st Avenue SW, Ardmore, OK 73401 or email to cassie.hightower@dac.state.ok.us.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future.

The Oklahoma District Attorneys Council (DAC) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex (including gender identity or expression and pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. DAC also has a strict no-retaliation policy that prohibits retaliation against individuals who report discrimination or harassment, or who participate in investigations into such conduct. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

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