Special Prosecutor

Full-time

No

Special Prosecutor Opportunity at Outagamie County

Outagamie County is currently offering a Special Prosecutor position. The position is grant-funded and will sunset once the funding runs out. The Special Prosecutor will report to the District Attorney and will be responsible for researching legal issues, providing information, assisting the District Attorney, attending hearings, and preparing jury instructions. This is a full-time, Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM position.

Salary

The salary for this position is $58, - $73, Annually.

Benefits

Outagamie County offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Health, Dental, and Vision options start the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
HSA (Health Savings Account) is available with employee/employer contributions or an FSA (Flexible Savings Account) is available.
Life Insurance for Full-Time Employees (Paid for by the County)
Short-term Disability (optional)
Long-term Disability available for Full-Time Employees (Paid for by the County)
Vacation, Comp Time, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays up to 12 days
Employee and Family Health Clinic located in the County Administration Building
Continuing Education
Retirement Options:
Deferred Comp (Public Sector Retirement Savings Plan)
Wisconsin Retirement System (retirement plan in which the county pays a portion and the employee pays an amount)

Key Responsibilities

The Special Prosecutor is responsible for:

Reviewing police agency referrals and making appropriate charging decisions.
Preparing cases for prosecution and resolution.
Drafting criminal complaints and other legal documents as requested by attorney staff.
Assisting prosecutors in case preparation and resolution.
Representing the State of Wisconsin in court as Public Service Special Prosecutor.
Researching issues of law and preparing memorandums, motions, and briefs.
Maintaining regular and predictable attendance, working overtime/extra hours as assigned.

Education/Certifications/Experience Requirements

Law degree from accredited law school.
Wisconsin Bar Association membership desirable.

Required or Preferred Skills

The Special Prosecutor must have the following abilities:

Physical Requirements
Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including computer, telephone, and dictaphone.
Ability to work independently, with minimal instruction, showing good judgment.
Knowledge of criminal law and judicial procedures.
Thorough knowledge of research techniques.

Mathematical Ability
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, calculate decimals and percents, and make use of the principles of descriptive statistics.

Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication
Ability to comprehend and interpret a variety of documents including case files, motions, legal briefs, investigative reports, case law, statute books, administrative codes, etc.
Ability to prepare a variety of documents including decisions, jury instructions, special verdicts, legal memoranda, and court orders.
Ability to use and interpret legal terminology.
Ability to communicate effectively with Judges, attorneys, County personnel, and the general public verbally and in writing.

Outagamie County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Outagamie County offers Benefit options and paid time off for team members that work 20+ or more hours per week. Learn more today by visiting:


Outagamie County is currently offering an exciting opportunity for a Special Prosecutor. This position is grant-funded and will sunset once the funding runs out. The Special Prosecutor will report to the District Attorney and will be responsible for researching legal issues, providing information, assisting the District Attorney, attending hearings, and preparing jury instructions. This is a full-time, Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM position.

Salary

The salary for this position is $58, - $73, Annually.

Benefits

Outagamie County offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Health, Dental, and Vision options start the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
HSA (Health Savings Account) is available with employee/employer contributions or an FSA (Flexible Savings Account) is available.
Life Insurance for Full-Time Employees (Paid for by the County)
Short-term Disability (optional)
Long-term Disability available for Full-Time Employees (Paid for by the County)
Vacation, Comp Time, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays up to 12 days
Employee and Family Health Clinic located in the County Administration Building
Continuing Education
Retirement Options:
Deferred Comp (Public Sector Retirement Savings Plan)
Wisconsin Retirement System (retirement plan in which the county

Health, Dental, and Vision options start the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment, HSA (Health Savings Account) is available with employee/employer contributions or an FSA (Flexible Savings Account) is available, Life Insurance for Full-Time Employees (Paid for by the County), Short-term Disability (optional), Long-term Disability available for Full-Time Employees (Paid for by the County), Vacation, Comp Time, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays up to 12 days, Employee and Family Health Clinic located in the County Administration Building, Continuing Education, Retirement Options Deferred Comp (Public Sector Retirement Savings Plan), Wisconsin Retirement System (retirement plan in which the county pays a portion and the employee pays an amount)

Knowledge of criminal law and judicial procedures, Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including computer, telephone, and dictaphone, Ability to work independently, with minimal instruction, showing good judgment, Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, calculate decimals and percents, and make use of the principles of descriptive statistics, Ability to comprehend and interpret a variety of documents including case files, motions, legal briefs, investigative reports, case law, statute books, administrative codes, etc., Ability to prepare a variety of documents including decisions, jury instructions, special verdicts, legal memoranda, and court orders, Ability to use and interpret legal terminology, Ability to communicate effectively with Judges, attorneys, County personnel, and the general public verbally and in writing

Law degree from accredited law school

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Qualification and Experience Law degree from accredited law school, Wisconsin Bar Association membership desirable

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