What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Prosecuting Attorney II position at Clay County?
The Assistant Prosecuting Attorney II will represent the State of Missouri and Clay County in all aspects of the criminal justice process. Prosecutes misdemeanor and felony criminal charges, including case reviews and investigation, filing of appropriate charges, and case and trial preparation. Communicate with law enforcement officers on investigations, testimony, and trial preparation. Conduct preliminary hearings, motion hearings and trials in associate circuit and circuit court. Works under the general supervision of the Elected Prosecuting Attorney, according to an established work routine
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Review prospective cases and determine appropriate charges
- Assist in the preparation of case files, filing of criminal charges and disposing of charges through pleas or trial
- Provide case related legal advice to law enforcement officials
- Appear in court for docket dates, motion, and trial hearings
- Communicate with victims and witnesses on case related issues and updates
- Negotiate criminal plea recommendations with defense attorneys
- Conduct post-conviction motion hearings and misdemeanor appeals as necessary
- Handle after hour calls or duties on a rotating basis
- Provide backup to related positions and perform other related duties as assigned and reasonably qualified to perform
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of criminal law, trial techniques and procedures, rules of evidence and criminal procedure
- Ability to effectively meet and deal with the public
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Ability to handle stressful situations
- Ability to objectively evaluate each case and communicate with opposing counsel and witnesses
- Ability to use computers and electronic data processing equipment, phone; copy machine; and fax machine
- Experience using databases, spreadsheets, and other general office forms
Minimum Qualifications:
- Doctor of Jurisprudence
- License to practice law in the state of Missouri
- Member in good standing with the Missouri Bar
- At least three years of experience handling Jury and Bench Trials
- Intermediate to expert working knowledge of MS office products and other office equipment including fax, copier, etc.
- Must be able to communicate professionally and effectively, using written and oral communication, with all levels of staff and the public
- Knowledge of department policies and procedures
- Must be able to speak, read and understand English
- Must be lawfully licensed and insured to operate a motor vehicle.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience as First Chair on several Class A and B felonies.
- Familiarity and experience with post-conviction relief motions.
Minimum ADA and Physical/Mental Requirements:
- Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions, communicate effectively on the telephone and in person.
- Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work instructions and review, evaluate and prepare a variety of written/typed documents and text materials. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate standard office equipment and personal computers.
- Sufficient personal mobility, flexibility, and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to lift up to 15 pounds, to sit and work at a keyboard for an extended period of time, and work in an office environment.
Work Environment:
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Work Environment:
- The employee may occasionally be required to travel throughout the County.
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT. Clay County maintains its rights as an “at will” employer and nothing in this job description restricts its ability to assign, reassign or eliminate duties and responsibilities of this job at any time. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description describes the County’s current assignment of essential functions. Those functions may change at any time as the needs of the County change or for other reasons deemed appropriate by the County.