JOB
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I - Prosecuting Attorney's Office - Goldendale, WA - Full-time - Exempt - Open until filled. Klickitat County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office is seeking a criminal Deputy Prosecuting Attorney. This attorney will serve primarily as a district court criminal prosecutor with the potential for some superior court work depending on interest and ability. We are looking for a positive individual that seeks trial experience, has the demonstrated ability to think quickly on his or her feet and wants to work hard to make this community safer and stronger. The annual salary is $102,624 to $110,088 depending on experience. Full coverage for medical, dental and vision.The DPA I classification is distinguished from other classifications in the series by the entry level nature of cases and assignments in terms of seriousness and complexity and by the greater supervision, direction and/or assistance from higher level attorneys received to perform the job. In criminal case law, the incumbent typically practices in District court or Juvenile court in low level offenses with direct to close levels of supervision. Analyzes legal issues, performs legal research and prepares documents to aid in civil matters. Serves as Deputy County Coroner, and provides 24-hours on-call coroner services on a rotational basis.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential Job Duties: Maintains District Court misdemeanor cases and Superior Court case docket for juvenile matters as assigned. Maintains Superior Court case docket for adult felonies as assigned. Researches legal bases for complaints and cases filed to determine legal sufficiency. Reviews and prepares physical evidence. Notifies and interviews witnesses. Requests further investigation by law enforcement as necessary. Evaluates cases for disposition. Prepares charges to be filed.Prepares issues, evidence, research, and arguments for Superior court hearings and trials. Conducts plea negotiations. Prosecutes offenders in District and Superior Courts. Determines strategy, organization, timing and order of evidence presentation, appearance of witnesses, jury instructions, and related matters.Performs similar duties in other courts as assigned. If assigned to Juvenile Court, acts as principal liaison between Prosecuting Attorney and Juvenile Administrator and attend Juvenile Advisory Group Meetings. Provides assistance to other attorneys in the preparation and prosecution of more complex cases and on other matters as needed.Remains current on new laws, regulations and procedures. Provides legal advice and representations to County departments and elected officials as assigned by the Prosecuting Attorney.Performs Deputy Coroner duties as assigned, and provides 24-hour on-call coroner services on a rotational basis. Gathers decedent information; contacts decedent's medical provider; arranges autopsies; coordinates with family, funeral home and pathologist as needed; completes death certificate, notification to next of kin, and attends autopsies as required.Fill in for other prosecutors. Additional Job Duties: Assigned to voter canvassing board and assists Superior Court and county departments in implementing new policies and procedures as necessary.Performs other related duties as assigned.