Prosecutor

JOB TITLE : Assistant City Attorney I- Prosecutor DEPARTMENT/DIVISION : Legal REPORTS TO : City Attorney SUMMARY : Under general direction, is responsible for performing legal research, investigating claims, complaints, and lawsuits made against and/or on behalf of the City and prosecuting violators of City ordinances. Work is performed with general direction, working from broad goals and policies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Participate in criminal and civil litigation activities and proceedings, which includes: preparing dockets, anticipating defense, presenting evidence, asking appropriate questions, developing case theory, drafting pleadings, completing discovery, and/or performing other related activities. Consult with City employees, victims, witnesses, and/or other interested parties on municipal court matters. Conduct a variety of legal research, analysis, and document preparation related to cases, statutes, records, and related information to determine applicable arguments and potential case outcomes. Draft a variety of legal documents, including ordinances, resolutions, contracts, agreements, and/or other legal documents. Participate in a variety of meetings to provide legal advice and receive and convey information. Respond to and resolves citizen inquiries that have a legal component. Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of municipal government operations; Knowledge of applicable municipal, State, and Federal laws; Knowledge of criminal law principles; Knowledge of State and municipal ordinance prosecution principles; Knowledge of court methods and procedures; Knowledge of legal theory; Knowledge of legal terminology; Knowledge of trial techniques and procedures; Knowledge of rules of evidence; Skilled in preparing written opinions; Skilled in writing briefs; Skilled in strategically applying legal rules in court;Skilled in prosecuting cases in courts; Skilled in writing legal documents; Skilled in analyzing legal documents and instruments; Skilled in maintaining sensitive and confidential information; Skilled in prioritizing, organizing, and managing multiple projects; Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications; Skilled in communicating effectively with a variety of individuals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Juris Doctorate. 2-5 years of City government (political subdivision) experience. Requires a License from the Texas State Bar.

PREFERENCES:

None.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Frequent reaching, sitting, talking, seeing, hearing, and manual dexterity. Occasional lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds. Work is typically performed in a standard office environment. Occasional exposure to criminal suspects and prison inmates.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Must pass pre-employment drug test. Must pass criminal history check. Must pass motor vehicle records check. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Maypearl