Assistant State's Attorney

Min 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

Assistant State's Attorney
The candidate will be responsible for: Prosecutes criminal offenses including bench and jury trials; makes all related required appearances. Drafts briefs and submits motions regarding criminal cases. Prepares criminal charges including reviewing related reports. Consults with law enforcement personnel regarding investigations and legal procedures. Presents criminal and non-criminal juvenile petitions to the Court for adjudication and disposition. Provides general assistance to State's Attorney including drafting briefs and motions as requested. Presents mental health involuntary commitment petitions to the Court for consideration and disposition. Oversees child support enforcement. May fulfill duties of State's Attorney in his/her absence as required. Maintains confidentiality of non-public records and makes available all data and information deemed a public record by the North Dakota Century Code.

Job Number: 2019-37.

Qualification and Experience The candidate must have Juris Doctorate Degree. Should preferably have 2 years of law experience. Must be a member in good standing with the North Dakota State Bar Association OR able to obtain licensing shortly after hire date. Must possess a valid North Dakota Driver's License or equivalent. Must have knowledge of judicial principles and practices. Should have knowledge of North Dakota and Federal case law. Knowledge of criminal and civil law processes and procedures required. Knowledge of methods used for prosecuting criminal offenses essential. Knowledge of processes for drafting legal briefs, motions, and ordinances required. Must have knowledge of procedures for presenting mental health and juvenile petitions.

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