South Salt LAke - Assistant City Attorney/Prosecutor
Under the direction of the City Attorney, performs responsible and complex legal casework in the Office of the City Attorney. Prepares and conducts criminal/civil prosecutions of violations of applicable State and City laws. Expected to apply professional judgment in providing legal advice and support, and in the preparation and presentation of cases. Requires complex problem solving and skillful legal strategy.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Prepares and conducts criminal/civil prosecutions as assigned
Screens possible criminal prosecutions from police/public; interviews appropriate individuals
1Examines and evaluates available evidence
Prosecutes criminal cases, including appeals to District Court, and the drafting of legal materials such as complaints, information, probable cause statements, arrest and search warrants, and subpoenas
Responds to appeals
Handles collection matters
Appears in court for motions, changes of plea, and sentencing
Reviews probation performance of defendants after conviction
May also be required to participate in the representation of the City at administrative proceedings
Represents the City and supervises the representation of City in regard to appeals taken to the City's Administrative Law Judge ("ALJ")
Represents the City and supervises the representation of City in regard to administrative enforcement actions heard by the City's ALJ
Represents the City at the district and appellate courts in regard to appeals from orders of the City's ALJ
Performs other functions within the Office of the City Attorney as may be assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree in law and a licensed member in good standing of the Utah State Bar Association.
NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of federal, state, and municipal law, with an emphasis on municipal law; knowledge of city departments and their legal needs.
Skill in writing with clarity and precision.
Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, both verbally and in writing.