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Government
Kelso, WA, United States
Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
Attorney
Company Review
Full-time
No
Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney The candidate will prosecute traffic, criminal code, civil code, and zoning violations. Interview and prepare witnesses for proceedings. Examine cases, evidence, witnesses and other supporting evidence, such as expert reports, to determine sentencing range and possibilities and discuss it with victims and law enforcement. Evaluate the benefit or need of a trial versus guilty plea, whether more investigation should be conducted. Initiate the collection of restitution judgments; prosecute violation of community supervision or probation orders, file actions to forfeit bail. Review search warrants. Perform legal research and prepare written and oral opinions on various legal issues. Respond to citizen inquiries and complaints. Provide work guidance to paralegals, secretaries and other support staff. Stay abreast of new trends, law changes and other developments in the law. Attend and participate in staff meetings. Make recommendations to improve processes and office efficiency and services. Attend assigned local and state conferences and meetings. Participate in training law enforcement. Train law enforcement personnel on legal topics of interest. Give lectures and make presentations on legal issues such as criminal law, evidence, legal/court procedures, domestic violence, as assigned and approved by the PA or CCDPA. Review advance sheets and present briefings to other DPA's. Perform other duties or projects as assigned by the PA or CCDPA such as assist or cover/back-up for other Deputies. Review police reports and make charging decision. Prepare and try district, juvenile, and superior court cases. Prepare and respond to pretrial and post-trial motions. Insure that crime victims are apprised of court dates and resources. Handle appeals from District to Superior Court, Superior to COA and others as assigned by the PA or CCDPA. Write appellate briefs and prepare and present oral arguments. Law degree from an accredited college or university is required. Experience with criminal prosecution is required.
Position Number: 2021-050.
Legal
USD 7697 to 9621 Monthly
Apr 25, 2024
Aug 08, 2024
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