What are the responsibilities and job description for the Attorney I - Prosecuting Attorney position at Jefferson County, Mo Local Government?
To Apply:
Please complete the online application found at www.jeffcomo.org Resumes are accepted as supplemental information only and will not be used as a substitute for the application, you must complete the application in full.
JOB SUMMARY
The position involves promoting justice by enforcing the laws of the State of Missouri through criminal prosecution. The purpose of this position is to review, recommend charges and prosecute cases from assignment to final disposition by trial or guilty plea. Assignments include a high volume of criminal misdemeanor and traffic cases in addition to assigned felonies under the supervision of a felony attorney. This position may be assigned to prosecute criminal bad checks and/or delinquent taxes. They may also be assigned to treatment courts.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Represents the State in misdemeanor docket, Director of Revenue cases, jury trials, motion and bond hearings, preliminary hearings and guilty pleas.
- Reviews cases to determine trial strategies, subpoena witnesses, and to request additional investigations.
- Negotiates with defense attorneys.
- Interviews witnesses and victims. Meets with witnesses, victims and law enforcement regarding court appearances.
- Discusses plea negotiations with victims.
- Visits crime scenes and examines evidence.
- Handles depositions.
- Researches various points of law, prepares motions, appeals, responses and arguments.
- Prepares legal briefs and memos.
- Prepares and files criminal charges.
- Prepares charged cases for hearings/ bench trials and jury trials.
- Prepares and conducts court dockets.
- Reviews warrant applications for charges. Assists with the preparation and review of search warrants for law enforcement.
- Participates in on-call rotation.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
