Job Information
UINTAH COUNTY Deputy Attorney I, II, or III in VERNAL, Utah
Open Until Filled
Deputy Attorney I, II, & III
GENERAL PURPOSE
Performs working level professional duties as required to expedite the efficient and effective litigation of criminal cases.
SUPERVISION
Works under the general supervision of the County Attorney or Chief Deputies. And provides close general supervision to assigned legal secretary.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Prosecutes felonies and misdemeanors in justice, juvenile, and district courts; receives case reports, examines evidence, performs preliminary review to assure standing; determines charges and pursuit of prosecution; monitors case progress to assure efficient and effective processing and litigation.
Prepares and tries litigations against persons or organizations arising out of criminal activities; interviews victims, (of crimes, or other adverse actions) witnesses, and law enforcement officers; recommends appropriate charges to be brought against accused persons or organizations.
Prepares writs, subpoenas, motions, and other legal documents; submits regular reports, written or verbal to apprise supervisor of status of assigned cases.
Participates in day-to-day public relations functions for the department; responds to media inquiries regarding cases; follows established policies and procedures; recommends and implements policies for media relations and general public relations.
Assists in the development of administrative procedures for county departments and agencies; advises, counsels, and consults with various departments and agencies of the county.
Performs related duties as assigned; including assisting the Chief Deputy -- Civil in essential job functions associated with that position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate Degree and one year of experience as a practicing attorney, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be eligible to practice law in the State of Utah within 6 months of the hiring date.
Must be accepted to Utah State Bar within 6 months of the hiring date. Until accepted to the Utah State Bar, you will only be employed by and work in the County Attorney's Office as a paralegal or law school graduate.
COMPENSATION
Full-Time with benefits
$102,000-$135,678 depending on experience
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer