Deputy County Attorney

About the role

The Carbon County Attorney's Office in Price, Utah has an immediate opening for a full-time Deputy County Attorney to prosecute criminal cases in Carbon County's District and Justice Courts. The selected attorney will have his or her own caseload, handling cases from initial screening through trial and sentencing.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate written reports and other evidence, interview witnesses, conduct legal research, and prepare and argue pleadings, motions and trial materials
• Present evidence and arguments at evidentiary hearings, motions, and trials before judges and juries
• Work closely with law enforcement, investigators, expert witnesses and community and business leaders
• Assist victims of crime and witnesses through the prosecution and trial process
• Collaborate with fellow prosecutors on case preparation and trial strategy
• Exercise sound judgment and discretion consistent with prosecutorial standards
• Prosecute juvenile delinquency matters and appear in specialty courts as needed

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney eligible to practice law in Utah
• Strong interest in criminal prosecution and public service
• Commitment to fairness, integrity and ethical prosecution
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage an independent caseload while working collaboratively
• Two or more years of criminal law experience preferred, but not required

Work Environment

• Full-time (Monday through Friday) in-office position (not remote)
• Private office with a large window on the second floor of the County Administration Building
• Mentoring from senior prosecutors with an open-door policy
• Support from full-time in-house investigators and polygrapher
• Access to modern prosecutorial technology, including AI supported legal research software and ongoing training

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $75,000 - $135,000 annually depending on qualification and experience

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• Participation in Utah Retirement Systems programs