Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - DPA I, DPA II and Senior DPA

About the role

The Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney plans, organizes, performs, and coordinates the prosecuting of criminal or civil cases for the County. This position prepares and tries the more complex felony and/or civil cases.

Responsibilities

• Researches, documents, negotiates with defense attorneys, prepares briefs, and prosecutes cases, according to current department and County practices.
• Screens, reviews, and evaluates factual and legal bases for complaints and cases filed to determine legal sufficiency; requests further investigation by law enforcement as necessary; prepares charges to be filed.
• Provides legal advice and information to County departments, elected officials, and civic groups using verbal presentations and written documentation. May present information before the court, the Court of Appeals, Supreme Court, or in administrative hearings.
• Pursues self-development and continuing personal development of skills and knowledge by attending ongoing educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and establishing personal networks.
• Oversees the creation, development, and maintenance of systems and records including case files, lists, logs, and other recordkeeping systems utilizing computerized and manual systems that provide for proper evaluation, control, and documentation of assigned operations, according to current department and county practices.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive and/or confidential information.
• Communicates effectively with various stakeholders.
• Manages multiple tasks and priorities.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor Degree.
• Five years’ experience preparing and prosecuting criminal and/or civil cases for the Senior DPA.
• Zero to Five years’ experience preparing and prosecuting criminal and/or civil cases for the DPA I and II.

Qualifications

• Licenses, Certificates, And Other Qualifications: Employment at Franklin County is contingent upon the results of a background check and eligibility for coverage by the County’s liability insurance carrier. Depending upon the position, background checks may include personal and professional references, social security verification, education and professional licensing verification, financial history, and criminal history.
• Valid driver’s license if driving a vehicle for County business.
• Member in good standing of the State Bar of Washington.

Skills

• Expert knowledge of modern principles, methods, and practices in criminal and/or civil law and related local statutes, ordinances, case law, and procedures.
• Expert knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of legal research and investigation and advanced knowledge of judicial procedure and rules of evidence.
• Expert knowledge of Franklin County business and financial acumen and the application and interpretation of Franklin County policies and procedures and federal, state, and local rules, laws, regulations, legislation, codes, and ordinances as they relate to area(s) of assignment.
• Expert knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques and related tools, equipment, and technology as they relate to area(s) of assignment.
• Expert skills in analyzing complex legal problems, applying legal principles, and planning case strategies.
• Expert skills in proactive troubleshooting, decision making, and resolving issues or problems by analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, interpreting compliance documentation, projecting consequences of proposed actions, and implementing recommendations in support of goals.
• Expert time management and mental and physical organization skills that support the ability to focus, have clarity, and use strategy to fulfill a variety of tasks successfully.
• Expert computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, the internet for research, and the ability to learn and develop proficient skills in the County-wide, Prosecuting Attorney, and Child Support resource planning software.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays and paid time off.