Lycoming County Assistant District Attorney

DEPARTMENT: DISTRICT ATTORNEY
SUPERVISORS: DISTRICT ATTORNEY, Tom A. Marino, and First Assistant, Martin L. Wade
SALARY: UNION CONTRACT $62,315.00
OPENING DATE: IMMEDIATELY

Location

Williamsport, PA

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Two years of litigation experience, preferably in the area of prosecution and/or criminal defense.

Individual performs legal functions for the County through the office of the District Attorney.

Duties:

• Responsible for the prosecution of misdemeanor and felony criminal caseload from preliminary hearing through trial and appeal at the direction of the District Attorney and First Assistant.
• Prepares and argues motions and appeals in the Court of Common Pleas and Appellate Courts.
• Works closely with law enforcement, the District Attorney and First Assistant in the preparation and prosecution of cases.
• Advises and counsels civilian and police witnesses, and victims in preparation for trial or pre-trial hearings.
• Position requires a great deal of independent judgement.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Working Conditions

Office, courthouse and some travel to MDJ Offices. Attorney will be in close proximity to criminal defendants with other law enforcement present.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Good knowledge of criminal law and procedure required
• Ability to receive instruction, guidance and constructive criticism from the District Attorney and First Assistant
• Ability to speak and write effectively and present clear and logical arguments
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff, LEA, and Supervising Attorney(s)
• Ability to establish sense of trust and confidence with the court, other ADA’s, law enforcement, victims, the District Attorney and First Assistant
• Tact, good judgement
• Unquestioned personal and professional integrity

Job Requirements:

• 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 Lycoming County.
• Licensed to practice law before the Courts of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.

COUNTY OF LYCOMING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Education:

• Doctorate (Required)

License/Certification:

• Bar (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Williamsport, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Interested applicants should send resume and cover letter via email to the Lycoming County District Attorney, Tom A. Marino, at kweiland@lyco.org.