Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor
Overview
The Department of State’s Attorneys & Sheriffs in Montpelier, Vermont is hiring a Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor (TSRP). A TSRP assists State’s Attorney’s offices with legal research, trial preparation and trials, and is expected to be directly engaged as a case prosecutor. The TSRP provides training, education and technical support to prosecutors and law enforcement agencies, relating to traffic crimes throughout the state. The position is full-time and is eligible for benefits that include annual, sick, and personal leave, state holidays, retirement, health insurance (80% employer paid) and life insurance. Dental insurance becomes available after 6 months of accrued service, and long-term disability after one year. The DSA position is covered by the SAS DSA pay plan with a salary range of $31.75 to $62.87 hourly based upon relevant legal experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Working knowledge of Vermont and federal laws, particularly those relating to the work performed by the TSRP.
Ability to research and accurately interpret and apply state and federal statutes, rules and regulations.
Ability to handle a litigation, both at the trial and appellate level.
Ability to work independently, exercise initiative, and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to consistently ensure accuracy in work product and in paying close attention to details.
Ability to consistently meet deadlines.
Ability to collect data and write reports to the department, granting agency, Vermont legislature.
Ability to conduct training and make presentations to groups.
Ability to maintain self-composure under stressful situations.
Excellent skills in writing and oral communications.
Ability to accurately use Microsoft Office programs and the SAS case management system(s).
Ability to respectfully interact with all co-workers and supervisors, the public and partner organizations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within the Department and with partner agencies and organizations.
Must have excellent interpersonal skills, and demonstrate empathy, emotional intelligence and maturity.
Environmental Factors
Pressure from deadlines, workload, partners and constituents can be expected.
Work outside of the normal schedule occurs.
Private means of transportation must be available.
Computer work for research, case management, correspondence expected.
Some lifting is expected (case file boxes).
Minimum Requirements
J.D. degree and admission to the Vermont Bar.
An individual who has read the law in Vermont and been admitted to the Vermont Bar is eligible to apply.
An individual pending bar results or admission to the Vermont bar may be considered, but will be required to pass the bar and be admitted in Vermont within a reasonable timeframe as determined by the State’s Attorney in order to continue employment.
Courtroom and jury trial experience is desirable.