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The Deputy Prosecuting Attorney represents the City of Redmond in criminal misdemeanor trials, contested hearings, and code enforcement violations hearings. The Prosecutor's Office is responding to the growing needs of the City. The fast-paced nature of our municipality drives innovation and efficiency. The successful candidate will possess strong values that align with the City's values, which include being welcoming, having integrity, showing accountability, and demonstrating a commitment to service. Additionally, the ideal candidate should find satisfaction in providing exceptional customer service, and thrive in a collaborative, high-volume work environment.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review, file, and prosecute cases in King County District Court.
- Analyze case evidence, research the law, develop arguments, write briefs, interview witnesses, make plea offers, negotiate resolutions, and prepare cases that do not settle for trial.
- Determine if each case is legally sufficient to file and litigate each filed case from arraignment through appeal.
- Represent City at contested hearings.
- Identify relevant legal issues for staff to research and decide which cases require written legal briefs.
- If adverse decision is made by court, determine whether to appeal to higher court.
- Collaborate with supervising attorney and staff on multiple and/or complex cases.
- Provide training and legal advice to police officers.
- Provide legal advice to code enforcement officers and other city officials to determine if civil or criminal proceedings are appropriate and if questions should be addressed by city's civil law firm instead.
- May decide on what enforcement issues may need to be addressed and whether amendments or additions to City's municipal code are needed.
- Temporarily assume day-to-day duties of supervising attorney when supervising attorney is absent or unavailable.
- Prepare civilian witnesses and police officers for testimony in bench or jury trials.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school or equivalent.
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a criminal prosecutor in municipal, district, and/or superior courts.
- Current license and member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association.
- Valid Washington State Driver's License and a driving record that meets city standards at the time of hire.
For more information and to apply online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/redmondwa/jobs/2601362/deputy-prosecuting-attorney
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