Deputy Prosecuting Attorney

Summary

Exciting Opportunity for Attorneys – Deputy Prosecutor in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho! APPLY HERE

About the role

Join the Kootenai County Prosecutor's Office as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney and be a key player in the fight for justice! Handle significant cases, from misdemeanors to felonies, and work on trial preparation and sentencing.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute felony, misdemeanor, or juvenile cases—from charging through trial and sentencing.
• Co-chair preliminary hearings and felony trials.
• Gradually take on cases independently as your competence grows.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and a bachelor’s degree.
• At least one year of related experience (training considered).
• Admission to practice law in Idaho (or eligibility to obtain).
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Idaho.
• Committed to justice and eager to contribute to the community.
• Pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug test.
• Willing to work evenings, weekends, and be on-call when necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $90,043.20 to $109,865.60 annually depending on experience.
• Amazing Benefits: Health care for eligible employees and their dependents at a free medical clinic.
• Grossly Paid Time Off: Full-time employees earn up to 8 hours of vacation each month, with increases based on years of service.
• Retrogressive Retirement Plan: Through the Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI).
• Career Growth: Opportunities for career advancement and public student loan forgiveness eligibility.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible 4x10 schedule for those who demonstrate proficiency and reliability.

Pay

$90,043.20 to $109,865.60 annually depending on experience.

Schedule

Flexible 4x10 schedule for those who demonstrate proficiency and reliability.

Benefits

• Health care for eligible employees and their dependents at a free medical clinic.
• Up to 8 hours of vacation each month, with increases based on years of service.
• Retrogressive Retirement Plan: Through the Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI).
• Career growth opportunities.
• Public student loan forgiveness eligibility.
• Flexible 4x10 schedule for those who demonstrate proficiency and reliability.

Contact

Human Resources: (208) 446-1640
Email: kchr@kcgov.us

Application

To Apply Visit our employment opportunities page to submit your cover letter, resume, and writing sample.
Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check and pre-employment and subsequent drug tests.

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