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State of Florida · 5 months ago

STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 10TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT STATE ATTORNEY - 21015658

Bartow, FL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

The State of Florida's Office of the State Attorney in the 10th Judicial Circuit is seeking an Assistant State Attorney. The role involves prosecuting criminal cases and managing detailed case work while ensuring effective communication and legal preparation.

Government Administration

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Prosecuting a large volume of Felony and/or Misdemeanor cases

Reviewing and analyzing reports, complaint affidavits, and other relevant information for referral for prosecution or inclusion in programs as applicable

Preparation of legal documents

Legal research

Taking of depositions

Interviewing of witnesses, victims and other parties to ascertain facts of case for prosecution

Case preparation for court presentation

Examining and cross-examining witnesses/defendants/victims

Summarizing cases for presentation for jury and non-jury trials

Proficient management of detailed case work

Use office computer software and equipment

Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

Perform various frequent and repetitive actions/duties, in use of computer programs/keyboard and telephone

Travel between branches may be required

Qualification

Juris Doctorate degreeFlorida Bar membershipLegal researchProsecutorial experienceCase managementOral communicationWritten communication

Required

Juris Doctorate degree in Law

Member of the Florida Bar in good standing, or eligible for certification under the Florida Practice Rules

Proficient management of detailed case work

Ability to use office computer software and equipment

Knowledge and ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

Physical, developmental and mental ability to perform job tasks, work efforts, responsibilities and duties of the job illustrated above

Ability to pass a comprehensive background check including fingerprinting

U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the U.S

Benefits

Benefits include, but are not limited to, health, dental, vision, life; paid annual and sick leave; paid state holidays; Senior Management Retirement and Disability.