What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant District Attorney position at County of Northumberland?
Description:
Position Summary:
The Northumberland County District Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for full-time Assistant District Attorney positions. Individuals will perform legal functions for the County through the office of the District Attorney.
What You’ll Do:
- Responsible for the prosecution of misdemeanor and felony criminal caseload from preliminary hearing through trial and appeal.
- Prepares and argues motions and appeals in the Court of Common Pleas and Appellate Courts.
- Works closely with law enforcement in the preparation and prosecution of cases.
- Advises and counsels civilian and police witnesses, and victims in preparation for trial or pre-trial hearings.
Job Requirements/Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of criminal law and procedure required.
- Ability to speak and write effectively.
- Ability to present clear and logical arguments.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
- Skill in persuasive communications; time management; attention to detail and record keeping.
- Experience in prosecuting cases in a Court of law preferred.
- Ability to research large amounts of technical material in an efficient manner; ability to worker under time constraints; to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing using a highly technical language; to work effectively with uncooperative parties; and to work with confidential information.
Ability to work independently to provide professional services to the county.
Minimum Training & Experience:
- Graduate of a recognized college or university and from an accredited law school.
- Must be able to pass pre-employment background check and drug screening, as required by Northumberland County.
- Licensed to practice law before the Courts of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
- Background check and fingerprinting
Employment Category:
- Full Time
