Deputy Prosecuting Attorney

Overview

Bonneville County invites you to apply to join our dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our growing community. Whether you are passionate about public service, eager to make a difference in local government, or seeking a fulfilling career with ample opportunities, Bonneville County is the place for you.

Bonneville County offers a highly competitive benefits package to include :

• One of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous vacation and sick leave that start accruing as soon as you start
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (full-time / 30+ hours per week)
• PERSI Choice 401(k)
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Posting Date : September 8, 2025

Starting Salary : $96,704.19

Work Hours : 40 hours a week

Closing Date : Posting will close November 10, 2025 or when filled, whichever comes first.

General Purpose

Perform working level professional legal duties as required to expedite the efficient and effective litigation of criminal cases.

Supervision Received

Work under the general supervision of the Prosecuting Attorney and / or Chief Deputy Prosecutor.

Supervision Exercised

Provide close supervision to Legal Secretaries on a project-by-project basis.

Essential Functions

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate Degree

Working knowledge of the principles of law and their application; criminal trial procedures and the rules of evidence; Idaho Code, constitutional provisions and local ordinances as they apply to county government and its operation; case law related to a variety of county government subjects; criminal law issues related to search and seizure, felony intake / screening; pleadings, etc.

Ability to successfully conduct the prosecution in all criminal cases assigned; present statements of fact, law and argument; gather and evaluate information obtained through research investigations, and interrogations; develop effective relationships with the public, government officials, and judicial personnel; supervise subordinates.

Work is performed in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls. Tasks require a variety of physical activities, not generally involving muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, talking. Interpersonal communication is essential to job functions. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, discriminating thinking and creative problem solving. Exposure to potential stress-inducing written, video, and photographic evidence related to criminal investigations is common. Periodic travel is required in normal course of job performance. The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

While heavy lifting is not typically involved on a regular basis, employees may need to occasionally lift or move light items like boxes or files.

AA / EOE / ADA - Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

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