What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Circuit Attorney - Diversion Prosecutor position at St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office?
Responsibilities:
The St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Circuit Attorney - Diversion Prosecutor. We are a fast-paced office devoted to a culture of excellence interested in someone with 0-4 years of trial experience ready to approach prosecution with a rehabilitative perspective. This is an excellent opportunity for entry or mid-level attorneys who are interested in a largely non-adversarial role supporting positive outcomes for those charged with non-violent offenses.
Qualifications: Must be a current member of the Missouri Bar or eligible for licensure in the State of Missouri. PLEASE SUBMIT A COVER LETTER WITH YOUR APPLICATION.
Duties: This position includes handling all aspects of diversion involving moderately complex, low-level felonies, including some victim crimes, representing the City of St. Louis, State of Missouri.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Reviewing charging reports to identify participants for all diversion programming
- Investigate applicants by reviewing evidence, official reports and web sources
- Explain programming to witnesses and victims to solicit input
- Make eligibility determinations
- Communicate with defense attorneys and judges at all program stages
- Work closely with Case Managers to oversee participant progress
- Attend Treatment Court staffing as part of a holistic team
- Conduct Treatment Court termination hearings
- Occasional court appearances
- Encourage attorney, court and community support by educating same
- Work with community resources to develop/maintain partnerships to support program success
- Evaluation data to provide creative ideas for innovative future programming
- Evaluate programs to support efficient and effective program delivery
- Participate in continuing legal education as required by the Missouri Bar
- Performing other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
- Admitted to practice law or obtain licensure in the state of Missouri
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Please submit your resume and a cover letter. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Relocate:
- St. Louis, MO 63101: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $75,000 - $90,000