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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

Deputy State's Attorney - Criminal

Rapid City, SD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$41.65/hr - $41.65/hr

NEOGOV is seeking a Deputy State's Attorney to work collaboratively with law enforcement in enforcing the laws in Pennington County. This role involves representing the State of South Dakota in all stages of court proceedings and managing the operations of the State’s Attorney’s Office.

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Responsibilities

Reviewing law enforcement reports

Making criminal charging decisions

Representing the State of South Dakota at all criminal court proceedings

Conducting legal research and writing, and motion preparation

Abiding by all victims’ rights and assisting victims through the criminal justice system

Meeting with victims and other witnesses throughout the prosecution of cases

Preparing law enforcement officers, witnesses and victims for courtroom testimony

Answering telephone calls from citizens and interested parties about criminal prosecutions

Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor

Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures

Qualification

Juris Doctorate DegreeMembership in State BarLegal researchCourtroom representationCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university

Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school

Membership in the State Bar of South Dakota

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards

Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards

This position frequently remains stationary for long periods of time and needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc

Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a calculator, copy machine and printer

Must be able to move up to 20 pounds unassisted, and move 40 pounds with assistance

Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively on telephone, in-person and in writing

Benefits

Health Insurance and Prescription Drug is covered through Wellmark (Blue Cross Blue Shield).

Dental coverage is provided through Delta Dental of South Dakota.

Pennington County provides a $20,000 basic life insurance policy for every benefited employee.

Pennington County employees and family members may receive counseling services for issues relating to financial difficulties, marital and family distress, emotional problems, and alcohol or drug abuse.

Pennington County is a member of the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS).

AFLAC offers various supplemental insurance policies for employees and family members.

Vacation time accrues per pay period at the rate of 3.077 hours for new employees with incremental increases based on years of service.

Sick leave accrues at the rate of 3.077 hours per pay period.

Employees are eligible for up to 11 paid holidays per year.