Job Title: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney - Training/Professional Responsibility and Discovery (4871-31)
Deadline to Apply: Open Until Filled
Division: Administration/Criminal
Hours: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Starting Salary: $88,910.00 annually (Additional compensation may be considered based on experience).
FLSA: Salary Exempt
Job Overview: The Assistant Prosecuting Attorney assigned to Training/Professional Responsibility and Discovery plays a vital role in supporting the Prosecutor’s Office. This position is responsible for planning, creating, organizing, and conducting at least 12 hours of in-house CLE annually. Additionally, this position is responsible for providing advice to the Office, and the Office’s clients, on the rules of professional responsibility and ethics. And finally, this position supports the Office’s legal and ethical discovery obligations through the management, organization, and disclosure of criminal case materials. Under the supervision of the Administration and the Chiefs of the Grand Jury and Criminal Divisions, this position coordinates with law enforcement agencies, Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys, and defense counsel to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant processing of discovery materials.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Plan, create, organize and conduct at least 12 hours of CLE in-house annually, with at least one of these courses being Professional Responsibility and/or Ethics.
- Create and assist with new criminal trial lawyer training.
- Advise members of the Prosecutor’s Office, or the Prosecutor Office’s clients, on the Rules of Professional Responsibility and Ethics.
- Advise member of the Prosecutor’s Office on potential conflicts of interest.
- Advise members of the Prosecutor’s Office on the Rules of Professional Responsibility and Ethics.
- Be available to members of the Prosecutor’s Office for post-training follow up on issues of Professional Responsibility and Ethics.
- Act as a liaison between law enforcement agencies, trial APAs, and defense attorneys to ensure a smooth flow of case files
- Receive, review, organize, and prepare discovery materials submitted by multiple law enforcement agencies.
- Identify missing, incomplete, or deficient discovery materials and proactively coordinate corrective action.
- Process and manage digital evidence, including body-worn camera footage, surveillance video, audio recordings, and electronic records using platforms such as Evidence.com.
- Respond promptly and professionally to discovery requests and communications from defense counsel.
- Maintain accurate tracking of discovery status, disclosures, deadlines, and related case activity within the case management system.
- Redact confidential or sensitive information in accordance with applicable laws, court rules, and office policies.
- Communicate effectively with law enforcement agencies, internal legal staff, and opposing counsel regarding discovery matters.
- Support training initiatives, procedural improvements, and updates related to discovery compliance and digital evidence submission practices.
- Support APA’s with document review, exhibit preparation, and trial binder organization as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate.
- Licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio.
- Working knowledge of criminal law, court procedures, and discovery rules (e.g., Ohio Criminal Rule 16). Ability to apply legal concepts to real-world evidence and case documentation.
- Demonstrated accuracy in reviewing legal documents, identifying discrepancies, redacting sensitive information, and managing case-related deadlines.
- Ability to apply legal concepts and procedural requirements to evidence management and case documentation.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism, discretion, and sound ethical judgment.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage high-volume workloads, prioritize competing responsibilities, and meet strict deadlines across multiple cases.
- Proficiency with legal and digital evidence platforms, including Evidence.com, and other systems used for processing electronic evidence and case materials.
- Ability to maintain a positive working relationship with attorneys, investigators, law enforcement personnel, court staff, and external stakeholders.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly, professionally, and effectively.
- Recognizes the importance of self-care, emotional well-being, and resilience in a fast paced, trauma-exposed work environment and maintains healthy professional practices to support sustained performance and sound judgment.
- Confidentiality is essential.
Knowledge of:
- Office practices and procedures; Ohio Criminal Statutes; Ohio Rules of Criminal Procedures; Ohio Rules of Evidence.
Ability to:
- Communicate effectively in oral and written form; develop and maintain working relationships with team members, judges, witnesses, other attorneys, police officers, and other court personnel; Litigate complex and serious criminal issues; Train and instruct team members.
Benefits:
- Full-time role; paid bi-weekly; paid vacation, sick time, two annual personal days.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Wellness Incentives, Employee Assistance Plan.
- Ohio Public Employee’s Retirement System which includes a 10% employee contribution and a 14% employer contribution.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Discrimination or harassment based on race, gender identity, religion, age, disability, other protected status is strictly prohibited.
