Prosecutor

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $70,061 - $83,656.81

Job Title : Prosecutor

Department : Administration

Reports To : City Manager

Job Type : Regular Full-Time

Location : Airway Heights, Washington

Salary Range : $70,061.26 (Entry) to $83,656.81 (Step 7)

Benefits : See Description Below

FLSA Status : Exempt Position

EEO Category : Professional

The individual in this position will be employed at-will by the City and will be provided a name clearing meeting if terminated from employment. This position is not a union position.

GENERAL OVERVIEW :

Under the direction of the City Manager, and the Citys attorney, the individual in this position will serve as prosecuting attorney for the City and is responsible for performing criminal and civil legal work as needed on behalf of the City. All work is performed within the policy guidelines of the City Manager and applicable law.

The position allocated to this class is the first and entry working level of this series, Positions of this class may be expected to assume the responsibilities of work of a higher class for training purposes.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES :

The responsibilities of this position will include, but are not limited to :

Serve as prosecuting attorney in criminal misdemeanor cases filed by the City; represent the City in bench and jury trials, pre-trials, arraignments, sentencing, traffic violations and other misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor cases; represent the City in civil matters such as forfeitures or code enforcement.

Charge criminal cases filed by the City; review and prepare case information and review probable cause; perform discovery, investigate cases, and interview witnesses; analyze evidence and the law; develop trial or motion strategies; attempt to resolve cases without necessity of trial if appropriate; perform jury and bench trials, including preparation of motions and jury instructions related to the case.

Communicate with witnesses, police, other attorneys, and defendants as needed; communicate and coordinate with court administrative personnel, City departments, public defenders and other personnel in matters related to criminal cases.

Participate in pre-trial conferences and in-court hearings to potentially resolve cases prior to trial; negotiate, review cases, make offers, investigate, and extend offers; place dispositions on the court record.

Organize case information and analyze pertinent case facts and evidence; research legal precedent and develop arguments as appropriate; prepare and supervise the maintenance of criminal case records and other legal documents required to proceed with criminal cases.

Analyze and evaluate the validity of each criminal charge; perform a variety of case preparation duties such as reviewing and signing citations and long form complaints; plea bargaining, negotiating and interviewing witnesses.

Perform legal research and prepare opinions related to various legal issues; prepare and draft ordinances and resolutions, contracts and other legal documents and instruments.

Represent the City or assist in its representation in court on contested hearings and other infractions as required.

Perform appellate work as needed; research and prepare briefings and present oral arguments in court hearings as required.

Serve as prosecuting attorney for the City in jury and bench trials and other court and administrative hearings regarding infraction, misdemeanor, and gross misdemeanor cases, and related civil matters as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited college or university school of law.

Licensed to practice law with the Washington State Bar Association.

Active membership in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association at all times during employment.

One (1) year of prior experience as a law clerk or legal intern is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

Maintain knowledge of current laws, court rules, court opinions and legal issues related to the prosecution of court cases.

Knowledge of the Revised Code of Washington, Rules of Professional Conduct, Washington Administrative Code, various federal codes and the City of Airway Heights Municipal Code.

Municipal Court rules and procedures.

Legal research methodology using paper-bound and computer-based libraries.

Municipal government organizational structure, operations, policies, objectives and jurisdiction.

Criminal and civil court procedures and case decisions in Washington.

Legality and preparation of various documents and instruments.

Litigation, negotiation and trial techniques and skills.

Conflict management skills.

Strong oral and written case presentation skills.

Organization, analysis and evaluation of case facts and legal precedents.

Prosecution forms, office and court procedures.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Read, interpret, apply and explain codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy at all times.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, City departments, vendors, local agencies and providers and the general public.

Demonstrated ability to positively and effectively interact with diverse communities to accomplish a common goal.

BEHAVIORAL STANDARDS :

All City employees are responsible for contributing to a safe and positive work environment, actively demonstrating the City of Airway Heights values in their daily work and interactions :

Professionalism : Complying with the Rules of Professional Conduct for Washington, complying with all Court Rules and Judicial Orders, Respecting the Judge and Judges staff and Maintaining confidentiality.

Respect : Appreciating and valuing customers, other City employees and City leadership by showing courtesy, friendliness and fairness. Communicating in a productive and professional manner.

Accountability : Honoring and delivering on commitments by taking responsibility for personal actions and results; being a responsible steward of public resources and the trust City residents have placed in each of us.

Integrity : Modelling transparent and ethical behavior and demonstrating it with honest and trustworthy behaviors and actions; leading by example and performing work to the highest standards.

Innovation : Striving for excellence by actively pursuing opportunities for new and improved methods, procedures or technologies; fostering an environment of engagement and empowerment and embracing continuous improvement.

BENEFITS :

The benefits listed below are those currently enjoyed by full-time City of Airway Heights employees. It is important to remember that over the course of time these benefits may change - they are not permanent. Benefits may change through City Council or administrative actions or changes mandated by state and federal law.

Paid Holidays : 11 paid holidays and 4 personal holidays per year.

Paid Time Off (PTO) : The purpose of PTO is to compensate employees for absences due to injury, illness, vacation and personal business. In addition, the program is designed to provide employees with personal flexibility regarding the use of leave hours. PTO hours accrue based upon the actual number of regular hours worked.

Year 1-4 = 8 hours / month

Year 5-10 = 11 hours / month

Year 11-15 = 13 hours / month

Year 16+ = 15 hours / month

Sick Leave : Employees will accrue 10 hours of sick leave every month.

Retirement Plan : All retirement plans are through the State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).

Medical, Dental& Vision Insurance : The City currently pays the entire medical, dental and vision insurance premiums for the employee. Employees pay for dependent coverage / premiums.

Other Benefits Offered

Aflac Supplemental Insurance

Group Life Insurance

HRA VEBA

Origination Date : August 2023

The job duties and responsibilities represented in the job description in no way imply that these are the only duties to be performed. This job description reflects general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this position; the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. This full-time position is partially funded by grants and continued full-time funding is partially depending on successful reoccurring grants after June 2024.