Criminal Law - Prosecution Attorney in Everett, WA

Government

Everett, WA

Criminal Law - Prosecution Attorney in Everett, WA

Attorney

Min 4 yrs required

No

Job Title: Special Assault Unit Criminal Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I, II, or III - DOE

Job Responsibilities:
- Perform complex professional legal tasks within the Criminal Division of the Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
- Initially placed in the Special Assault Unit (SAU) responsible for prosecuting crimes against children and sexual assaults, with eligibility for rotation to other units based on office needs.
- Evaluate, charge, negotiate, and try criminal cases as assigned.
- Prepare and present complex and sensitive cases, serve as unit leads, mentors, and train other Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys.
- Supervise support staff where directed by an Assistant Chief Criminal Deputy or the Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecutor.
- Establish and maintain effective work relationships with internal and external groups, including attorneys, support staff, law enforcement agencies, and the community.
- Understand that the paramount duty is to seek justice while managing litigation costs.
- Perform related duties as required.

Education and Experience Information:
- Legal degree from an accredited law school.
- A minimum of four years of experience in the practice of law is required for all levels (I, II, or III), with experience in prosecuting sexual assault cases preferred.
- Must be a member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association.
- Must be a . citizen and have a valid Washington State Driver's License.
- Must successfully pass a criminal background investigation, including fingerprinting.

Salary Information:
- Hourly: -
- Monthly: $9, - $16,
- Annually: $111, - $199,
- Total compensation for a full-time fifth-year criminal deputy prosecuting attorney is approximately $150,, including benefits valued at $38,.
- Benefits include medical, dental, vision, FICA, Medicare, Washington State Paid Family and Medical Leave, PERS (pension), disability insurance, and a limited employer-matching contribution for a deferred compensation plan.
- Paid state and local bar dues, Prosecutor-sponsored CLEs, and potential qualification for school or federal student loan forgiveness programs.
- First-year employees receive 96 hours of annual paid sick leave, 96 hours of annual paid vacation leave, 16 additional hours of annual floating holiday leave, and 11 paid holidays.
- Lateral hires accrue additional vacation leave at a higher rate based on years of service as a deputy prosecuting attorney.
- Eligible for yearly merit awards up to $4, and annual wage increases.

Additional Information:
- The position may require work during evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
- After a six-month probationary period, employees may work remotely one day per week, provided they have reliable connectivity and an appropriate workspace.
- Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides accommodations for individuals with disabilities upon request.

This opening is for a full-time permanent position in the Special Assault Unit, initially responsible for prosecuting crimes against children and sexual assaults. After the initial placement, this position is eligible for rotation to other units within the Criminal Division, subject to the needs of the office. Applications are welcome from attorneys with a minimum of four years of criminal experience, with a preference for those who have prosecuted sexual assault cases.