Attorney III

Department: Prosecuting Attorney’s Office

Supervisor: Elected Prosecutor

Supervision Exercised: Level 4 Attorneys and Above

Revision: 7/2020

BOCC Approval: September 1, 2020

General Summary Represents the State of Idaho as a trial attorney in the prosecution of criminal, quasi-criminal, and

civil actions in Juvenile, Magistrate, and District Court proceedings and assists the Elected

Prosecuting Attorney in performing all of the statutory and constitutional functions of the

Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.

This job classification includes five levels, which attorneys may be assigned to depending on
organizational needs, professional legal experience, individual skill and expertise, individual
proficiency, and complexity of the assigned caseload. Positions in these classes may be filled
externally or by advancement internally. Progression from one level to the next is at the discretion
of the Elected Prosecuting Attorney, provided minimum qualifications are met.

Attorney Classification Levels Level 1: Law clerks and entry level legal professionals, such as interns prior to passing the Idaho
Bar. Employees at this level generally work under immediate supervision.

Level 2: Attorneys handling primarily misdemeanor or juvenile matters, indigent adult clients, child
protection, and competency matters. Must have at least 1-2 years of experience in a similar
position. Employees at this level generally work under general supervision.

Level 3: Attorneys handling low to mid-level complexity felony cases and/or civil matters and serve
as a back up to Level 4 Attorneys. Must have at least 3-4 years of experience in a similar position.
Employees at this level generally work under general to limited supervision.

Level 4: Attorneys handling high-level complexity felony cases and/or civil matters. Must have at
least 5 years of experience in a similar position, especially trial and litigation experience. Employees
at this level generally work under limited supervision. Level 4 Attorneys supervise Level 1-3
Attorneys.

Level 5: Chief Deputy appointed by the Elected Prosecuting Attorney. Handles highly complex civil
or criminal legal matters. Must have at least 3 years of experience in a similar or related position.
Under limited supervision, the Chief Deputy supervises Attorneys at all levels and other
department staff.

Essential Functions The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities
(Illustrative Only) which are not listed in any particular order of priority and may be amended or added to by the

County at any time:. Performs all duties of a Prosecuting Attorney pursuant to Idaho Code, managing assigned

cases from intake through disposition.

. Reviews incoming law enforcement reports to determine which charges, if any, will be filed
against whom.

. Researches case-specific legal issues and prepares correspondence, witness lists, criminal
complaints, motions, orders, notices, warrants, summons, failures to appear and other
miscellaneous pleadings and legal documents as required.

. Negotiates potential case resolutions with defense counsel/defendants as appropriate, in

accordance with facts, law, and policy.. Prepares legal strategies, questions, jury selection, jury instruction, and opening and closing

statements.

. Performs trial preparation, including witness preparation and interviews as needed in
preparation for trial appearances.

. Presents evidence and argument at arraignments, preliminary hearings, hearings on motions,
trials, juvenile proceedings, mental commitment proceedings, and Grand Jury proceedings.

. Screens and requests additional information required for the successful prosecution of each

case.. Assists law enforcement in obtaining search/arrest warrants.. Serves as on-call prosecutor during weekdays, evenings, weekends and holidays on a rotating

basis as designed by the schedule.. Answers inquiries from the public, law enforcement, other attorneys, the Court and any and

all other sources as required.. Attends meetings and training. Schedules and participates in telephone, video, and personal

appointments with victims, witnesses, law enforcement and others as needed.

. Maintains confidentiality and complies with the Idaho Rules of Professional Conduct.

. Conducts legal research to stay abreast of court decisions and legislation affecting the practice
of law.

. Reviews all work performed by secretarial staff.

. Supervisory: Level 4 Attorneys supervise lower level Attorneys, including but not limited to:

Directing work assignments, managing performance, and coaching and mentoring.

Secondary Functions 1. Performs any other court proceedings or miscellaneous tasks as directed by the Prosecutor,
including back-up support for all other divisions.

. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Specifications (In addition to 1. Sufficient combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities so as to competently perform the
specifications outlined by Attorney essential functions of the job. Requires Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited university.
Level above)

. Must be certified by and in good standing with the Idaho State Bar and maintain the necessary

continuing education to maintain certification and qualifications.. Knowledge of and ability to implement strong public relations and communications skills as

needed in working with members of the public.. Ability to conduct legal research, analysis, and writing.. Familiar with the rules of law and evidence as they relate to the prosecution of criminal cases.. Proficient grammar skills as used in the composing and proofreading of documents, memos,

and other correspondence.. Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, under pressure, within time constraints.. Ability to handle and professionally communicate confidential and sensitive information.. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.. Ability to develop and maintain harmonious working relationships with others, both inside and

outside the organization.. Computer proficiency, including the ability to operate case management tracking systems.

Working Conditions Ability to perform those physical activities necessary to complete the essential functions of the

job, either with or without reasonable accommodation. Requires continual communication
(hearing and talking, both in person and over the telephone); walking, and repetitive motions.
Requires good general vision.

Disclaimer This job description is not an employment agreement or contract and management reserves the

right to modify when necessary per Bonner County policy.