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Deputy Prosecuting Attorney-Civil

City of Twin Falls · Twin Falls, ID · 2 mo ago
Legal$90k–$128k/yrFull-time

About the role

The Twin Falls County Prosecutor’s Office is responsible for prosecuting crimes in Twin Falls County. We have one full-time opening for a civil deputy prosecutor.

Responsibilities

  • Perform all duties of a Prosecuting Attorney pursuant to Idaho Code;
  • Prosecute child protection cases including screening cases, filing petitions, conducting trials and necessary hearings;
  • Negotiate and review contracts for county business including, but not limited to, professional service contracts, construction contracts and general goods and services contracts;
  • Prosecute forfeiture cases including screening, conducting trials, negotiating settlements;
  • Provide legal advice to county officials and employees in a wide variety of subjects including, but not limited to, probate, guardianships, foreclosures, federal bankruptcy, county assistance, administrative proceedings, personnel matters, tax appeal hearings, etc.;
  • Represent the County in legal actions or litigation including, but not limited to, probate, Tax Commission appeal hearings and Department of Labor appeal hearings;
  • Direct staff in the preparation of pleadings, forms, orders, contracts and other paperwork;
  • Respond to legal questions from law enforcement agencies;
  • Draft contracts, legal memorandums, pleadings and other necessary paperwork;
  • Interact, mediate, and negotiate with opposing counsel, judges, office staff, other agencies and law enforcement offices;
  • Draft and review county ordinances, zoning ordinances and conduct necessary enforcement proceedings;
  • Perform time management and scheduling functions, meet deadlines, and set project priorities;
  • Respond to questions from Commissioners, county employees and citizens in a courteous and timely manner;
  • Maintain strict confidentiality in all cases and comply with Idaho Rules of Professional Conduct;
  • Interact with county employees, customers, visitors and the general public effectively and professionally;
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Twin Falls County Prosecuting Attorney;
  • Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with Twin Falls County Prosecuting Attorney policies and procedures.

Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree;
  • Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctorate Degree;
  • Licenses to practice law in the State of Idaho;
  • Three (3) or more years of relevant experience;
  • Eligibility for membership in the Idaho Prosecuting Attorney’s Association.

Benefits

This position qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Our office also offers paid bar exam fees for new attorneys, paid annual license fees, paid CLEs and training opportunities, and a paid cell phone.

Pay

SALARY: $90,480.00-$128,128.00

Schedule

START DATE: Immediately

Benefits

START DATE: Immediately

Closing Date

Position open until filled

How to Apply

To Apply: Resume and cover letter are required for this position. Apply online at twinfallscounty.org (attach cover letter and resume to your application); or Call the Twin Falls County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office directly for details or with any questions 208-736-4050. Ask for Angela.

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