Criminal Prosecutor Attorney

Description

Under the supervision of the Legal Department Division Head performs civil and criminal law functions which require the application of professional judgment and skill. Minimum requirements include graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school, membership in good standing with the Utah State Bar, and experience in legal research and writing.

Starting Pay: $94,801 - $105,106 annually depending on experience

Benefits: Full Benefits; health, dental, and life insurance, optional vision insurance, paid time off and paid holidays

Retirement: Utah Retirement Systems, pension and/or 401(k)

FLSA: Exempt status

Posting Close Date: May close any time after July 10, 2024

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Prosecutes, or assists in the prosecution of, assigned criminal, civil, and administrative cases on behalf of the City. Typical prosecution duties include legal research and evidence gathering; screening cases for possible criminal prosecution; discovery; preparing for, and participating in, bench and jury trials, motion hearings, conferences with defendants and attorneys, and other related trial work; preparing pleadings, plea negotiations, and arguments of legal concepts and principles; and recommending sentencing when appropriate.

Drafts correspondence, legal opinions, reports, ordinances, resolutions, pleadings, and other written materials. Thoroughly researches legal issues and topics and provides clear and concise analyses of findings and opinions in order to adequately represent the City in areas of municipal law as needed. Performs other departmental duties as assigned. Handles, or assists in the handling of, the prosecution of City ordinance violations, as assigned. Attends City Council meetings, Executive Staff meetings, and other meetings as requested by the City Attorney. Travels to and attends court, meetings, and conferences/seminars on behalf of the City. Maintains professional association memberships. Stays abreast of current legal trends and innovations.

Requirements

Basic understanding of municipal law and federal and state constitutional law. Basic knowledge of administrative and business practices. Able to maintain positive public relations and confidences and deal diplomatically with people. Able to exercise initiative and sound judgment in problem solving and decision making. Able to react resourcefully and responsibly under pressure. Able to communicate effectively with others, including the communication of complex legal theories and concepts. Able to present live training on legal topics relevant to the City. Able to react productively to change and handle other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school, membership in good standing with the Utah State Bar, and experience in legal research and writing.

Language Skills

Requires an excellent command of the English language with regard to reading, writing, and communicating.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Utah attorney license, active status.

Physical Demands

Requires physical movement and sitting, as well as the ability to travel unaccompanied for the purpose of conducting City business. Requires the ability to perform light physical tasks, including the operation of office machinery and equipment and occasional light lifting.

Work Environment

Typical office and courtroom environments, including air conditioning and ultraviolet lighting, with low noise level and little or no exposure to hazards, but may include activities outdoors. Exposure to potential discomfort associated with computer keyboarding and constant monitoring of computer display screens. Exposure to varying levels of stress due to workloads, human behavior, deadlines, and multiple tasks and assignments. Occasional travel to locations both inside and outside the limits of West Valley City and/or the State of Utah.