Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

Full-time

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## Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for the Franklin County Prosecutor's Office
### Job Summary
The Assistant Prosecuting Attorney (APA) is responsible for representing the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office in all adult criminal and/or juvenile court proceedings. The APA will be responsible for the preparation and presentation of criminal and/or juvenile court cases, including the investigation, evaluation, and presentation of cases to the court. The APA will also provide legal advice to the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office and its staff.

### Duties and Responsibilities
- Investigate, evaluate, and present criminal and/or juvenile court cases to the court
- Provide legal advice to the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office and its staff
- Represent the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office in all adult criminal and/or juvenile court proceedings
- Prepare and present criminal and/or juvenile court cases
- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
- Monitor and advise on legal developments affecting the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office
- Collaborate with other agencies and organizations
- Develop and maintain relationships with other prosecutors, judges, and court personnel
- Prepare appeals and other legal documents
- Attend court proceedings and hearings
- Prepare legal opinions
- Develop and lead training programs for prosecutors and other legal professionals
- Provide advice and guidance to prosecutors and other legal professionals
- Represent the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office in meetings and conferences
- Perform other duties as assigned

### Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Juris Doctorate
- Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section of the Ohio Revised Code
- At least two years of adult criminal and/or juvenile court prosecution (or equivalent) experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational, problem solving, and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks
- Ability to deal with stressful situations
- Knowledge of criminal and/or juvenile court proceedings
- Knowledge of legal research and writing
- Knowledge of legal principles and procedures
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws

### Salary and Benefits
The starting salary for the Assistant Prosecuting Attorney position is commensurate with the level of experience. The Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and retirement plan.

### How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office.

The Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other protected status. Qualified candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Legal Research, Legal Writing, Courtroom Advocacy, Negotiation

Bachelor’s Degree; Juris Doctorate

Submit cover letter and resume to the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office

Qualification and Experience Bachelor’s Degree; Juris Doctorate; Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code

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