Deputy County Attorney

OVERVIEW

Cache County is accepting applications for the position of Deputy County Attorney. This is a full-time attorney position which will be responsible for prosecuting criminal violations of state and local law and handling civil matters in the County.

The successful applicant may be required to provide a full range of legal services related to county government operations.

The Deputy County Attorney works under the direction of the County Attorney in conjunction with one or more Chief Deputy Attorneys, but the Deputy County Attorney will have considerable latitude to exercise independent judgment and initiative.

Assistance is available from supervisors or colleagues as necessary. The principal duties of the Deputy County Attorney are performed primarily in the office and the courtroom.

The Cache County Attorney's office is committed to not only providing Attorneys with training, career development, and an unmatched working environment, but also competitive pay.

Full-time employees are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance. Personal time off begins to accrue the first day of employment.

Full-time employees also benefit from contributions to the Utah Retirement System and / or 401(k). Please see 'Resources' for a complete description.

Cache Valley is a beautiful place to live and work. It's a treasure trove of outdoor adventures, hands-on heritage experiences, and performing and fine arts.

Our beautiful agricultural valley is nestled between two majestic mountain ranges and just barely off the beaten path. The city of Logan boasts Utah State University and access to outdoor adventure is unparalleled.

You can work downtown and explore the Wasatch Cache National Forest in less than a 10-minute drive. That means endless hiking, rock climbing, birdwatching, mountain biking, skiing, and snowmobiling.

Our sizzling performing arts scene has gained us the reputation of Utah's Heart of the Arts, with three historic theaters in one block, world-renowned opera, Broadway, and touring productions.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

The Deputy County Attorney's duties may include, among others, the following criminal and / or civil responsibilities :

• Prosecuting felony and misdemeanor crimes;
• Undertaking pre-trial preparation from reviewing police reports, making charging decisions, engaging in witness / victim interaction, handling pre-trial hearings, and conducting legal research;
• Responding to legal questions from law enforcement agencies;
• Performing legal research, drafting pleadings, gathering and analyzing evidence, and preparing writs, subpoenas, warrants, petitions, affidavits, and other legal documents;
• Representing the State at arraignments, bail hearing, preliminary hearings, trials, sentencing and settlement negotiations;
• Interacting, mediating, and negotiating with opposing counsel, judges, office staff, other agencies, and law enforcement offices;
• Collaborating with support staff to prepare pleadings, forms, orders, contracts, and other paperwork;
• Representing the County in legal actions or litigation;
• Drafting and reviewing county ordinances, zoning ordinances and participating in necessary enforcement proceedings;
• Maintaining strict confidentiality in all cases and remaining in compliance with Utah Rules of Professional Conduct;
• Interacting with county employees, visitors, and the general public effectively and professionally

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduated from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate Degree; be licensed to practice law in the State of Utah (i.

e., be a member of the Utah State Bar, in good standing); comply with continuing legal education requirements of the Utah State Bar;

and successfully pass a background investigation relevant to the position.

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