Deputy Prosecuting Attorney level 1

Job Summary

The Deputy Prosecutor I provides professional legal services, which include prosecuting felony, misdemeanor, and / or juvenile cases, making charging decisions, negotiating case settlements, and assisting the County Prosecutor with other legal and administrative work necessary to achieve the objectives of the office. The position provides general direction to assigned legal and other assistant support positions but is not a supervisory position. While the work is performed under the general supervision and authority of the County Prosecutor, there the position is expected to exercise independent judgment, initiative, and discretion to manage the assigned caseload.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Deputy Prosecutor I assumes daily responsibility and performs tasks in the following areas :

• Investigates, prepares, and manages felony, misdemeanor, and / or juvenile cases for trial, including but not limited to : reviewing charges and evidence, conducting legal research, interviewing affected parties, preparing required legal and court documents, preparing, and arguing briefs, and attending court proceedings,
• Makes charging decisions following review and evaluation of police reports and other evidence and in consideration of applicable law,
• Negotiates case settlements with opposing counsel,
• Advises and consults with police officers, detectives, attorneys, defendants, victims, witnesses, and other interested and affected parties,
• Represents the County's interest in court,
• Answers communications from the public relative to legal matters affecting the County,
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, and safety practices.

Other Duties and Responsibilities :

Competency Requirements

The Deputy Prosecutor I obtains, possesses, and deploys the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to effectively perform their responsibilities :

Knowledge Of :

Skill To :

Ability To :

Minimum Education, Experience and Training

Essential Physical Abilities and Working Environment

Bannock County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Veteran's Preference Pursuant to Idaho Code.

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