JOB
Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; full benefitsThis professional position is assigned to the Juvenile Division of the State's Attorney's Office, with responsibility for presenting assigned cases and trial work in the Juvenile Court. This position must coordinate investigations with law enforcement investigating crimes committed by juveniles. This position is supervised by the Chief Assistant State's Attorney (Juvenile).NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate, with limited exception.The State’s Attorney’s Office strives to ensure equal opportunities and access for its workforce, applicants, and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for residents, apply to the State’s Attorney’s Office today.TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE: Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee. 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays)Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible SpendingEmployee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefitCounty and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan Vesting after 5 years of serviceAdditional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness ProgramGenerous Tuition Reimbursement ProgramOther employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care planNOTE: Benefited employees will accrue service and leave based on the FTE and/or hours worked per calendar year. For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Preform all case preparation and litigation for juvenile mattersAnalyze juvenile charging documents for appropriate charges and evidentiary needs for trialAssist law enforcement and multi-disciplinary teams in the resolution of crimes against children which involve juvenile perpetrators; prosecute these cases in court as well as handling all pre-charge options for these youthFollow cases from petition through adjudication, disposition, violations of probation, and review hearings when applicablePrepare for disposition hearings which requires multiple communications with the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services case managers and defense counsel, as well as review of psychological and psychiatric evaluations and disposition reports from counselors, school officials, etc.Assist & provide legal advice and training to police agencies regarding charging decisions, including school resource officers, patrol officers and detectives calling for guidance)Litigate waiver hearings to adult jurisdiction when appropriateLitigate shelter and detention hearingsLitigate adult violation of probation matters and assist if requested in adult felony mattersNegotiate resolutions for juvenile respondents and victims with law enforcement pre-charge, and with our diversion programs as well as after petition in the courtroomDraft plea offers, pleadings, consent orders, and/or court ordersParticipate in community education events and public speaking on behalf of the office, to include regular education classes with the Frederick County Public SchoolsPerform other related duties as assignedTo perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform all essential functions satisfactorily. Any employee's position may not be assigned all functions or equipment listed above, and the examples may not cover all functions or equipment that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
This position is subject to random drug testing, to include testing for marijuanaAs a representative of the people of Frederick County, it is imperative that the Assistant State's Attorney maintain competent and professional relations with the publicThis position will be full-time without a private practiceFailure to meet or maintain the minimum qualifications or additional requirements may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include): An evaluation of experience and trainingOne or more interviewsPre-employment drug test, to include testing for marijuanaPre-employment background investigation conducted by the State's Attorney's Office
