Attorney I - PA (Criminal Child Protection)

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　　Attorney I - PA (Criminal Child Protection)

　　Salary

　　$75,080.00 Annually

　　Location

　　Boise, ID

　　Job Type

　　Full-Time with Benefits

　　Job Number

　　02074

　　Department

　　Prosecutor

　　Opening Date

　　12/27/2023

　　Closing Date

　　Continuous

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　General Summary

　　The Ada County Prosecutor’s Office is dedicated to serving Idaho’s largest community, keeping it a safe place to live and work, giving a voice to crime victims and advocating for the citizens of Ada County.

　　We offer a competitive benefits package which includes excellent medical, dental and vision insurance; generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start; 11 paid holidays a year; participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (https://persi.idaho.gov/Members/base_plan.cfm) which includes 11.18% employer contribution ; various savings plans including a deferred compensation 457(b) plan with up to 3% county match; 401K plan; paid parental leave; work-from-home options; life insurance; wellness programs; ongoing training opportunities and career pathing. Student loan forgiveness eligibility (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) : The Ada County Prosecutor’s Office is a qualifying employer under the Federal Public Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program (certain conditions apply).

　　This generous Ada County Total Rewards package increases the base salary by approximately 40 percent.

　　Learn more about Ada County Prosecutor office by visiting their website. Ada County Prosecutor (https://adacounty.id.gov/prosecutor/)

　　$75,080/year + DOE

　　The Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I assigned to the Child Protection Division handles and manages felony cases. A Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I is assigned to the magistrate division, juvenile division, preliminary hearing team. This position is located in the Ada County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, Criminal Division.

　　DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

　　The Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I – Child Protection Division - handles and manages cases filed under the Child Protective Act. A Deputy Prosecutor assigned to the Child Protection Division facilitates cases through the court system to ensure the safety of children who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned by their parents or legal guardians. The incumbent works closely with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. This position monitors the removal or protective supervision of children until reunification or an appropriate permanent plan is achieved. This position will learn to work independently and make critical decisions affecting child safety, case strategy, negotiation, and trial advocacy.

　　Essential Functions

　　Appears in court and documents cases during court proceedings;

　　Drafts legal documents such as motions, orders, and memoranda;

　　Participates in case negotiations with defense attorneys, which involves analyzing the case to determine its overall strength, evaluating the number and kinds of witnesses available and determining what resolution is appropriate;

　　Prepares for hearings and trials in District and/or Magistrate Court by reviewing reports, legal issues, and physical evidence surrounding the case, identifying and interviewing witnesses, consulting with victims, conferring with police officers and preparing for trial;

　　Appears in court to represent the State by presenting evidence and argument at arraignments, preliminary hearings, pretrial conferences, hearings on motions, jury and court trials, sentencings, and specialty courts;

　　Conducts legal research necessary for case preparation and keeps abreast of Court decisions and legislation affecting the Idaho Criminal Code;

　　Demonstrates the conduct and behavior of a team player by helping create a professional and rewarding work environment for all Prosecuting Attorney employees;

　　Manages a heavy caseload effectively and in a timely manner;

　　Manages and prepares cases, meets discovery deadlines and meets other critical deadlines;

　　Supports and interacts with other team members to ensure effective caseload management;

　　Communicates effectively and maintains high credibility with the judiciary, law enforcement agencies, victims, witnesses, and co-workers;

　　Utilizes the services of the Victim-Witness Unit when appropriate to ease trauma to victims and/or witnesses exposed to the criminal justice system;

　　Handles some appellate casework before district court sitting in an appellate capacity;

　　Treats pro se litigants, victims, law enforcement officers, witnesses, members of the public, support staff, colleagues and victim-witness staff with dignity and respect;

　　Maintains collegial relationship with defense counsel and treats all counsel fairly.

　　ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

　　The Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I shall serve at the direction and discretion of the Prosecuting Attorney and shall perform any and all job functions assigned by the Prosecuting Attorney

　　Attends CLE courses to develop legal advocacy and maintains bar membership and good standing with the Idaho State Bar.

　　Job Requirements

　　Graduate of an accredited law school and member of the Idaho State Bar;

　　Knowledge of Idaho Statutes, case law, rules of evidence, criminal procedure, and criminal jury instructions;

　　Knowledge of online legal research tools such as Westlaw and LexisNexis;

　　Knowledge and ability to maintain up to date on legislation affecting the Child Protective Act Title 16, Chapter 16 of the Idaho Code;

　　Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with victims, witnesses, members of other agencies, and co-workers;

　　Ability to maintain confidentiality;

　　Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively;

　　Ability to be a team player;

　　Ability to exercise good judgment;

　　Ability to conduct self in a professional manner both inside and outside the courtroom;

　　Ability to manage a high-volume case load.

　　OTHER REQUIREMENTS

　　Must possess a strong work ethic;

　　Must maintain the highest of ethical standards;

　　This position has been designated safety sensitive and therefore the incumbent is subject to random drug testing.

　　Work Environment & Physical Demands

　　Work is performed primarily in an office environment and the employee in this class is subject to inside environmental conditions;

　　Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes to permit the employee to function in a general office environment and accomplish tasks.

　　DISCLAIMER:

　　To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veteran’s Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed “key positions” in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.

　　Ada County recognizes that employees are our most valuable asset. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees designed to support the health, wellness and long-term financial stability of our employees and their families.

　　Healthcare:

　　Low-cost medical, dental, vision premiums and deductibles

　　Post-employment health savings account

　　Retirement and Investments Plans:

　　PERSI retirement benefits

　　457(b) post or pre-tax investments options with up to 3% employer match

　　401(k)

　　Wellbeing Program:

　　Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal concerns.

　　Free ACHD Commuter ride vanpool program

　　Free bus pass

　　Paid-leave:

　　11 paid holidays per year

　　8 weeks paid Parental Leave

　　Approximately 96 hours of vacation accrual for full-time employee

　　Approximately 96 hours of sick accrual for full-time employee

　　5 days paid bereavement leave

　　Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

　　Basic Life Insurance employer paid if benefit eligible

　　Short Term Disability employer paid if benefit eligible

　　Optional Benefits:

　　Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account

　　NCPERS Decreasing Term Life Insurance

　　Supplemental Employee, Spouse, Child Life Insurance

　　Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance

　　AFLAC

　　Visit us at adacounty.id.gov/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits to view details regarding our benefits package, including: paid leave, healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, and more!

　　Agency

　　Ada County

　　Department

　　Prosecutor

　　Address

　　200 W. Front St. Boise, Idaho, 83702

　　Website

　　www.adacounty.id.gov

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