Deputy Prosecutor

The Kittitas County Prosecutor's Office is currently seeking Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys. This is a full-time, exempt, benefit and retirement-eligible position located in Ellensburg, WA. Candidates with limited experience will also be considered.

The Kittitas County Prosecutor’s Office

The Kittitas County Prosecutor’s Office is a small, close-knit office dedicated to victim-centric prosecution and commitment to a safe community. The office, employing 26 staff, is made up of two divisions; the Civil Division and the Criminal Division. The Civil Division serves as the attorney for Kittitas County, providing legal advice and representation. The Criminal Division receives referrals from law enforcement agencies to review for possible criminal charges. The office utilizes a paperless file system for case management and court dockets. Our office values supporting a work/life balance for all staff, and we strive to bring fun and laughter to each work day.

Kittitas County

Situated in central Washington between the foothills of the stunning Cascade Mountains and the mighty Columbia River, Kittitas County residents enjoy limitless activities and recreation opportunities year-round. With over 200 days of sunshine each year, residents and visitors can enjoy activities including hiking, camping, numerous golf courses, fishing and boating, horseback riding, cross country skiing, snowboarding, snow shoeing, snowmobiling, climbing, and backpacking.

Residents here enjoy the small-town feel with easy access to Seattle, just a two hour drive from Ellensburg, the largest city in Kittitas County. Ellensburg is well known for its friendly residents and rural life-style, along with summer music festivals, seasonal Farmer’s Market, and the annual Kittitas County Fair and Ellensburg Rodeo.

The Position

While the Prosecutor’s Office handles both civil and criminal matters, Kittitas County is seeking experienced Deputy Prosecutors to handle a felony caseload. This position is responsible for criminal prosecutions in Kittitas County. Deputy Prosecutors in the Criminal Division are often called to crime scenes and routinely work closely with investigators to provide advice and assistance with legal procedures such as obtaining search warrants or authorizations to intercept and record conversations. The Prosecuting Attorney’s Office recognizes that the effects of crime can be profound and recovering from a crime can take time. We believe that victims and witnesses deserve to be treated with dignity and respect.

The ideal candidate must possess a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school OR successful completion of the Rule 9 program, followed by admission to the WA State Bar.

Benefits

Kittitas County provides base medical, dental, and vision insurance covered in full for employees and their eligible family members. Leave benefits include 11 paid legal holidays, vacation and sick leave, bereavement leave, FMLA, Washington State Paid Family & Medical Leave, and more. Student loan forgiveness is available under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Retirement benefits are provided through the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).

Relocation assistance may be available for the ideal candidate.

APPLY FOR THIS POSITION AT https://www.co.kittitas.wa.us/hr/jobs/job.aspx?i=1910

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Kittitas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $7,075.00 - $14,926.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $7,075 - $14,926