Assistant Attorney General/Unit Leader - Public Protection Section

Assistant Attorney General/Unit Leader

Public Protection Section – Violent Crimes and Capital Litigation Unit ~ Jefferson City

The Missouri Attorney General's Office is actively seeking an attorney with excellent credentials to serve as an Assistant Attorney General/Violent Crimes and Capital Litigation Unit Leader position in the Public Protection Section.

The Public Protection Section is involved in a wide range of criminal prosecutions at the investigation and trial level throughout Missouri. Our prosecutors are appointed to assist in serious or complex prosecutions at the request of a local prosecutor and by direction of the Governor or are appointed as special prosecutors by a court when local prosecutors have a conflict of interest. The Violent Crimes and Capital Litigation Unit involves prosecuting violent felony offenses and capital murder cases. The Unit Leader's duties include supervising attorneys on these cases, reviewing plea offers, jury trial practice, and developing and providing training for the section.

This position will involve intermittent travel within Missouri for meetings, trials, or court appearances.

Preferred experience/skills:

• 3 years or more experience in prosecution
• Jury trial experience
• Experience with the unique legal and factual issues in violent crimes and capital litigation cases
• Excellent legal writing, oral advocacy, and litigation strategy skills

Health, vision, dental, and life insurance plans, state pension, and deferred compensation available.

Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Missouri. Candidates with relevant experience and education will be considered for an interview.

EOE