Assistant District Attorney - VAWA Prosecutor

About the role

This grant-funded Assistant District Attorney position focuses on prosecuting domestic violence and sexual assault cases. As the designated VAWA prosecutor, responsibilities include developing training protocols for law enforcement and prosecutors on violence against women. Assisting in establishing best practices for cases involving women, teens, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities. Conducting educational programs on teen dating violence at local high schools within the district.

Responsibilities

• Developing training protocols for law enforcement and prosecutors on violence against women.
• Aiding in the establishment of best practices for cases involving women, teens, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities.
• Conducting educational programs on teen dating violence at local high schools within the district.

Requirements

• Prior prosecution experience is preferred but not required.
• Prior legal experience required.
• Strong writing and research skills.
• The ability to effectively communicate and work with law enforcement, elected officials, attorneys, and other agencies.
• Pass a fingerprint and background check and have no criminal history.

Qualifications

• Prior legal experience required.
• Juris Doctorate from accredited law school.
• Admitted to and good standing with Oklahoma Bar Association.

Skills

N/A

Benefits

• Full State of Oklahoma benefits, including generous monthly allowance for health coverage, paid sick and vacation leave earned monthly.
• Paid holidays.

Pay

N/A

Schedule

N/A

Contact

Cassie Hightower
107 1st Ave. SW
Ardmore, OK 73401
cassie.hightower@dac.state.ok.us

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)