JOB
Full time exempt position. Includes excellent benefit package, including medical/vision/dental/long-term disability/basic life coverage and County-paid Police and Fire PERS retirement after required waiting periods.
Onsite (Courthouse complex) childcare available at a discounted employee rate through Roseburg Professional Childcare (Fowler St. location only). Availability is subject to center waitlist.-
DDA1: Starting at $106,912.00
This position will serve in an at-will, exempt position under an elected official and is represented by AFSCME Local 3742-4.
Recent graduates that have taken the Oregon State Bar exam are encouraged to apply.
Job Summary:
This position reviews criminal cases, determines all investigation is complete, reviews and selects appropriate witnesses, interviews witnesses, interviews victims, conducts legal research.
Essential Functions:
This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job.
- Review incoming police reports & determine if a crime occurred and prosecution is appropriate, draft legal documents, file formal charges.
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Participate in all court hearings and all pre-trial motions; prepare and present cases for adjudication and/or trial.
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Advise law enforcement officials regarding procedural questions; participate in case investigation and evidence evaluation.
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Advise & consult with other staff, law enforcement and medical staff on criminal matters, court policies and procedures, options in prosecution and disposition.
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Attend educational conferences, seminars & meetings.
Marginal Functions:-
May be required to represent the State in juvenile delinquency matters in judicial or administrative hearings.
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May require traveling to multiple Justice Courts within Douglas County
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: Applicant must meet the following qualifications
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Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree.
Knowledge of: Thorough knowledge of legal principles, procedures, terminology, forms and legal analysis; thorough knowledge of substantive and procedural criminal (statutory and constitutional), civil including civil forfeiture laws, child support laws, tax and bankruptcy laws, administrative regulations and case law; thorough knowledge of administrative hearings, courtroom and trial procedures including state, federal, trial and appellate courts and Oregon rules of evidence; considerable knowledge of investigative techniques, scientific laboratory analysis techniques and procedures for case preparation.
Skill in: Forceful courtroom case presentation; analyzing facts, evidence, cases, statutes, and precedents to arrive at logical conclusions; proper technique in handling exhibits and documents; writing clear and concise reports, records, legal documents and statistical data.
Ability to: Communicate effectively and persuasively in oral and written forms; manage legal cases including preparing and presenting cases for trial in court; analyze and evaluate statements of witnesses, victims and obtain evidence; analyze financial data as it pertains to child support enforcement; effectively negotiate cases with defense attorneys ; supervise and provide advice and guidance to attorney and support staff; make decisions independently in accordance with established policy and procedures, establish or monitor new policy, and use initiative and judgment in completing tasks and responsibility; work independently, use judgment during stressful situations and use time efficiently; remain calm and use good judgment during confrontational or high pressure situations; courteously meet and deal effectively with other employees, clients, victims, witnesses, media, professionals, state agencies, law enforcement officials, attorneys, courts and the public.
Required:-
Valid Oregon driver's license
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Regular and consistent attendance
Position requires driving. Finalist will be required to provide a driving history that meets the Douglas County Driver Policy as part of contingent offer of employment.
