Assistant District Attorney

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Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

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Full/Part-Time

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Job Description

Position Title: Assistant District Attorney

Status: Full Time or Part Time

Closing: Open until Filled

Salary: Commensurate with Experience and Qualifications

Benefits: Full State of Oklahoma benefits, including generous monthly allowance for health coverage, paid sick and vacation leave earned monthly.
 

The District 13 District Attorney’s Office is a state prosecuting agency encompassing Delaware and Ottawa Counties. We are dedicated to upholding justice and protecting the rights of the community. Our office is committed to advocating for victims, prosecuting criminals, and ensuring public safety.

 Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for an Assistant District Attorney. The Assistant District Attorney will be responsible for a variety of tasks including conducting legal research, preparing and presenting cases in court, collaborating with law enforcement agencies, drafting legal documents all on behalf the District Attorney. The Assistant District Attorney will work closely with victims, witnesses, law enforcement officers, and other stakeholders to ensure a fair and just legal process.
 

Minimum Requirements: Experience is not required; we will consider newly licensed attorneys and those sitting for the July bar exams.

 Qualifications

•           Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

•           Admitted to and in good standing with Oklahoma Bar Association Oklahoma Bar License

•           Knowledge of criminal law, legal issues, and the court system

•           Experience in law enforcement or criminal justice

•           Possess excellent oral advocacy, legal analysis and legal writing and editing skills

•           Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

•           Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities

•           Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

•           Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation

To Apply: Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and references.

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

Equal Opportunity Employment

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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