Criminal Law - Prosecution Attorney in Norman, OK

Government

Norman, OK

Criminal Law - Prosecution Attorney in Norman, OK

Attorney

No

Job Title: Assistant District Attorney

Job Responsibilities:
- Review incoming law enforcement reports to assess the viability of filing criminal charges.
- Evaluate assigned cases for prosecutorial merit and explore possible plea negotiations.
- Conduct research and draft legal motions as needed.
- File appropriate written motions when required.
- Handle all assigned court appearances competently, expeditiously, and professionally.
- Prepare cases thoroughly for trial.
- Assist other law enforcement agencies in their efforts.
- Continually develop, maintain, and improve all necessary skills to perform daily prosecutorial duties effectively.

Education and Experience Information:
- A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school is required.
- Admission to and good standing with the Oklahoma Bar Association is mandatory.
- While experience is not required, prior prosecution experience is preferred.

Salary Information:
- Salary is commensurate with experience.

Additional Information:
- The position is full-time and located in the District Attorney’s Office.
- The role offers full State of Oklahoma benefits, which include a generous monthly allowance for health insurance coverage.
- A variety of insurance plans and flexible spending accounts are available for healthcare and/or dependent care expenses.
- Employees earn paid vacation and sick leave monthly.
- There are 11 paid holidays per year.
- Longevity compensation is provided after two years of service.

Equal Opportunity Employment:
The Oklahoma District Attorneys Council (DAC) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. It prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex (including gender identity or expression and pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. DAC enforces a strict no-retaliation policy against individuals who report discrimination or harassment or participate in investigations into such conduct. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.