Lead Prosecuting Attorney

Basic Function Under the direction of the City Attorney, the Lead Prosecuting Attorney serves as the City’s primary prosecutor for misdemeanor and gross‑misdemeanor criminal cases and select civil matters, including code compliance. This role represents the City in arraignments, pre‑trial hearings, motions, jury and bench trials, appeals, probation violations, and related proceedings. The position supervises and manages the Criminal Division, providing leadership, direction, and support to staff and ensuring high standards of professionalism, fairness, and accountability. This role requires sound judgment, excellent courtroom skills, the ability to manage a complex caseload, and the capacity to navigate a fast‑paced environment with resilience and clarity. In alignment with the City’s broader organizational values, the Lead Prosecuting Attorney is expected to promote trust, communicate effectively, demonstrate courage and integrity in decision‑making, and foster a collaborative, respectful work culture. Representative Duties Serve as Lead Prosecuting Attorney in criminal misdemeanor cases filed by the City; represent the City in jury and bench trials, arraignments, pre‑trials, motions, sentencing, probation violations, and other misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor hearings and cases and probable cause; investigate and charge criminal cases; prepare documents including complaints, memorandums, and jury instructions; make plea offers and negotiate in various cases. Manage and organize case information and analyze pertinent case facts and evidence; research legal precedent and develop arguments as appropriate; perform a variety of case preparation duties such as brief writing, negotiating, and interviewing witnesses; litigate cases from filing through conviction and appeal. Supervise and delegate/assign work to Prosecuting Attorney and support staff in the criminal division in accordance with the City’s policies, procedures, labor contracts, applicable laws, and its vision, mission, and values. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, participating in the hiring decisions, discipline, and formally evaluating performance. Communicate with witnesses, police, other attorneys, and defendants as needed; coordinate with court administrative personnel, City departments, Public Defenders, and other personnel in matters related to criminal cases. Perform legal research and prepare opinions related to various legal issues; prepare and draft ordinances and resolutions, contracts and other legal documents and instruments. Assist the Prosecuting Attorney and support staff with professional development. Serve as mentor, coach, trainer, and daily educator. Perform related duties as assigned. E denotes an essential function of the job. Application Requirements Cover letter and resume are required with your application. Applications missing either document will not be considered. Graduation from an accredited law school. A minimum of seven (7) years criminal legal experience. At least three (3) years prosecution experience. Combined education, training, and experience that provides the candidate with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job will be considered. Required Education And Experience Graduation from an accredited law school. A minimum of seven (7) years criminal legal experience. At least three (3) years prosecution experience required. A combination of education, training, and experience that provides the candidate with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job will be considered. Knowledge Of City and State laws related to the prosecution of court cases. Municipal government organizational structure, operations, policies, objectives, and jurisdiction. Legal research methodology. City organizations, operations, policies, and objectives. Supervisory principles and practices. Principles, practices and procedures of civil and criminal law, including court procedures and rules and case decisions. Skill In Case preparation and litigation techniques. Negotiation and trial techniques. Oral and written communication. Interpersonal skills exercising tact, diplomacy, patience, and courtesy. Methods, principles and practices of effective conflict resolution. Interpreting and explaining codes, rules, and regulations. Ability To Prepare and deliver oral presentations and arguments. Supervise, train, assign, and review the work of direct reports. Research, draft, and author briefs, opinions, and ordinances. Analyze, evaluate, organize and prepare case information. Organize and analyze case facts and legal precedents. Establish guidelines, and best practices for prosecuting criminal cases. Maintain confidentiality and operate with discretion as appropriate. Provide assistance on civil matters. Licenses And Other Requirements Admission to the Washington State Bar Association. Valid Washington State Driver’s License and satisfactory three‑year driving abstract prior to hire. Benefits The City of SeaTac offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees. Medical Benefits / Life Insurance Regence Medical Insurance: choice of a copay or High Deductible Plan with option of a Health Savings Account Kaiser Permanente with a Deductible Choice of Delta Dental of Washington or Willamette Dental Group for Employer Paid Dental Plans VSP Employer Paid Vision Plan Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance with the Hartford Insurance Company Employer Paid Long Term Disability with Standard Insurance Employee Assistance Program with Compsych Retirement Employees are enrolled in the State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Plan (PERS); employee and employer contribute to the plan. Social Security Replacement The City contributes 5.058% to the 401a Social Security Replacement Plan with MissionSquare 401a. Employee contributes 6.2%. Deferred Compensation Employees have the option of contributing to an MissionSquare 457 plan. Paid Leave Accrue 8 hours of sick leave per month Accrue 8 hours of vacation leave per month 11 paid holidays; 2 floating holidays per year Management leave for exempt personnel Tuition Reimbursement Employees are eligible to participate after completion of their probationary period. Wellness Program Fun and engaging wellness activities to encourage a healthy workplace. Commuter Trip Reduction Program The City provides incentives to reduce single occupancy vehicle commute, and provides a monthly pass up to $100 to cover transit needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of SeaTac