Assistant Prosecuting Attorney - Criminal Division (4135-31)
Hamilton County, Ohio See More Job Openings by This Employer
Job Description
Job Title: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney - Criminal Division (4135-31)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Starting Salary: $80,168.00 Annually: Additional compensation may be considered based on experience.
FLSA: Exempt
The Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office is currently looking for attorneys with adult criminal and/or juvenile court prosecution (or equivalent) experience. Our office is expanding several units and will be hiring prosecutors with all levels of experience.
Job Overview: The Assistant Prosecuting Attorney (APA) has a firm foundation in legal research and writing, good time-management skills, and a willingness to participate in trials. The APA will represent the State of Ohio in criminal and/or delinquency prosecutions in all Hamilton County courts. The APA will operate standard office equipment, including but not limited to telephone, computer, laptop, printer, fax, copier, calculator, and other necessary office equipment. This position requires high levels of confidentiality.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Possibly prepare cases for Grand Jury and/or trial, including contacting victims and witnesses.
- Possibly present cases to Grand Jury and/or trial.
- Represent the State of Ohio in daily court hearings.
- Analyze legal issues; Conduct legal research on various legal issues.
- Prepare motions and legal briefs; Draft subpoenas and requests for records.
- Work professionally with defense attorneys, court personnel, law enforcement agencies, and the public.
- Perform all other duties assigned, delegated or required of the Assistant Prosecuting Attorney as well as those prescribed by law.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Juris Doctorate.
- Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code.
- Critical thinking and decision making skills; Detail oriented; Flexible and quick-thinking; Quick learning ability when new tasks are required; Prioritize all job duties to ensure accurate and timely completion of responsibilities; Good time management.
- Possess excellent research and writing skills with requisite understanding of relevant legal issues.
- Knowledge of computers and computer operating systems with ability to learn Matrix case management system; Knowledge of LexisNexis Legal Research product.
- Must possess qualities of fairness, a strong work ethic, have the highest integrity.
- Confidentiality is essential. Background check required.
- Able to conduct business in accordance with federal statutes and guidelines and the Ohio Revised Code.
- Able to perform all other duties assigned, delegated or required of the Assistant Prosecuting Attorney as well as those prescribed by law.
Benefits
- Full-time role; paid bi-weekly; paid vacation, sick time, two annual personal days.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Wellness Incentives, Employee Assistance Plan.
- Ohio Public Employee’s Retirement System which includes a 10% employee contribution and a 14% employer contribution.
The Prosecutor is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Prosecutor has a strict policy against any form of unlawful discrimination. The Prosecutor prohibits such harassment by or against all employees, vendors, clients and visitors. It is the policy of the Prosecutor to provide a working atmosphere free from discriminatory insult, intimidation and other forms of harassment.
