City Prosecutor

This position is open until filled, with a first review of applications on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.

To be considered for the first round of screening, your application must be received by 11 : 59 p.m. Pacific Time on Mon d ay , August 18 , 2025.

The City of Auburn is looking for a Prosecuting Attorney

to add to our team

This position performs professional legal work with primary responsibility for prosecution of misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor crimes and infractions for the City of Auburn.

Our ideal candidate has :

• Ability to analyze law and apply facts
• Ability to accurately and persuasively present oral argument on legal issues.
• Ability to work timely and under pressure.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Professionalism, cooperation, and considerate to others.
• Conflict management skills.

THE LEGAL DEPARTMENT

The City Attorney's office represents the City in its day-to-day operations and provides legal advice to the Mayor, City Council, and Boards & Commissions that make up the municipal government of the City of Auburn. The team consists of three divisions : Civil, Prosecution, and the City Clerk's office.

OUR CITY

The City of Auburn was incorporated in 1891, and has since bloomed into a perfect place to live, visit, explore, and play. With over 29.8 square miles of land, two rivers, and two counties, Auburn is home to over 80,000 residents and hundreds of businesses, ranging from manufacturing to retail.

WORKING IN AUBURN

The City operates as a Strong-Mayor form of Mayor-Council government, with a City Council of seven at-large members. The management team at the City of Auburn includes the Mayor and nine Department Directors from the following departments : Administration, Community Development, Finance, Human Resources, Innovation & Technology, Legal, Parks & Arts & Recreation, Police, and Public Works. With a mission to improve the lives of Auburn residents, promote diversity, and support economic growth, Team Auburn is a great place to work!

In this job, you will :

Communicates clearly and concisely speaking and writing to a variety of audiences in a professional manner; works courteously, cooperatively, effectively, and professionally with City Staff, the Police Department, the Courts and court staff, opposing attorneys, and the public in carrying out duties.

Organizes case information and maintains uniform case files ; ensures proper discovery; interviews witnesses; analyzes evidence and the law; develops trial or motion strategies; performs legal research; prepares briefs; effectively and confidently presents the City's case and oral arguments in court; and performs appellate work as needed.

While these are some of the duties and responsibilities of this position, please

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WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR :

Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association

AND

Valid state driver's license without impending loss at time of appointment.

WE WOULD LOVE IF YOU HAD :

Experience in these areas, but not limited to, criminal prosecution experience, Rule 9 prosecution experience, and / or criminal prosecution internship or externship experience.

NOTE :

Applicants must successfully complete fingerprinting, background check, and the CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Services) Security Certification Test to be allowed to view sensitive information and have unescorted access while at the Police Department (per Washington State Patrol ACCESS unit).

WHY CHOOSE THE CITY OF AUBURN?

For more information about what benefits the City provides, please visit :

https : / / www.auburnwa.gov / city_hall / employment_human_resources / benefits.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

Team Auburn values diverse perspectives and life experiences, and welcomes applications from people who will help us consistently demonstrate the values of equity, respect, and partnership. The department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans. Individuals interested in joining our team must be committed to racial, social, and economic equality for ALL people in our community.

The City of Auburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To learn more about the Inclusive Auburn initiative, please visit :

https : / / www.auburnwa.gov / city_hall / mayor / inclusive_auburn

READY TO APPLY?

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

The City of Auburn is dedicated to building an inclusive, informed city, with opportunities for all. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application. You must meet the minimum qualifications to move forward in the screening process.

If identified as a top candidate, a thorough background check, as well as reference check and driving abstract review, will be required before an official position appointment will be offered.

COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY OF AUBURN

We primarily communicate via e-mail during the recruitment process. E-mails from auburnwa.gov and / or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.

CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have any questions, please contact Chardae Gillespie, Human Resources Coordinator, by email at

cgillespie@auburnwa.gov

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