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Assistant City Prosecutor, Pre-Filing Diversion Unit | Criminal Division

Seattle City Attorney's Office · Seattle, WA · 1 wk ago
HybridAdministrative$50.15–$67.12/hrFull-time

About the role

The Criminal Division is seeking a prosecutor to serve as an attorney in the Pre-Filing Diversion (PFD) Unit. This position will screen and review reports for diversion eligibility, engage with community partners, and work with other units within the Criminal Division.

Responsibilities

  • Reviewing Seattle Police Department reports to determine PFD program eligibility
  • Filing criminal cases if not eligible for diversion
  • Assisting with organizing trainings for the broader division on PFD-related issues
  • Working with external partners to further expand and develop diversion for SCAO
  • Aiding community partners with questions related to programming, case referrals, and issues with the criminal legal system
  • Maintaining and assisting in drafting reports and updating internal documents regarding criteria, invitation letters, correspondence with officers and community partners, etc.

Qualifications

  • Membership in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association OR the ability to complete the process of obtaining membership within 30 days of an offer of employment
  • One year of general prosecution experience within the CAO Criminal Division OR the equivalent in another jurisdiction
  • A clear track record of attendance at Race and Social Justice Initiative-type trainings/engagement at related events
  • Time spent working in specialty courts or alternatives to traditional prosecution at SCAO OR equivalent experience in another jurisdiction is a plus
  • Knowledge, experience and/or formal training about diversion practices
  • Experience analyzing legal and evidentiary issues
  • Experience working with the community and community partners in an official capacity
  • Extensive Race and Social Justice training, including desire to continue to attend and strengthen those skills
  • Data management skills
  • Legal writing skills
  • Commitment to prosecutorial diversion programs and alternatives to traditional prosecution
  • Flexibility to deal with nuance and projects changing unexpectedly
  • Experience filing criminal cases
  • Strong communication skills and an ability to work with people from a variety of backgrounds

Additional Information

  • Union: Local 21-PA
  • Job Closing Date: [Insert closing date here]

Application Process

  • Complete the online City of Seattle Application
  • Include the following required attachments (PDF, .doc, or .docx format): Cover Letter, Resume
  • Other items – Writing assignment, etc.
  • Submit application by the indicated job closing date

Compensation

The full pay range for this step-progression position is $50.15-$67.12 per hour. New employees begin at Step 1 of the pay progression, which is $50.15 hourly. Current City employees' starting pay rate will be based on the Personnel Rules regarding promotions. Advanced initial step placement may be considered under limited circumstances, but step salaries are not subject to negotiation.

Benefits

  • Vacation
  • 12 official holidays
  • 2 floating holidays
  • Sick leave
  • Paid parental leave
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance
  • Executive leave
  • Merit leave
  • Defined benefit retirement program

Language Premium (Protec 17, L21PA)

Individuals selected to fill this position may be eligible to receive Language Premium Pay (SMC 4.20.360), which provides a $200.00 monthly stipend to qualified bilingual employees who are properly evaluated and assigned to provide direct communication in-language, interpretation, or translation services to the public on behalf of the City of Seattle.

Workplace Environment

The Seattle City Attorney's Office has a Flexible Work Arrangements Policy. Employees have the option to work a hybrid schedule (3 days in the office, 2 days remote).

Background Check Requirements

All positions are security sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the verification of credentials and/or other information required by the municipal corporation’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check in accordance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be given a chance to explain or correct background information and provide verifiable information on good conduct and rehabilitation.

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