NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Assistant Prosecuting Attorney - Civil Prosecutor
Delaware, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelNEOGOV is seeking an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney to advise clients on civil matters related to county and township government. The role involves legal research, litigation of civil matters, and providing legal counsel on a variety of issues affecting the Prosecuting Attorney’s clients.
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Responsibilities
Attends meetings of county and/or township boards as appropriate to provide legal advice, including evening meetings. Meetings are held both on and off site and may occur outside normal working business hours
Drafts, reviews, and approves contracts as to form
Counsels county and township elected officials, officers, and boards on all variety of legal and business matters, including, but not limited to, contracts, land use, zoning, purchasing, competitive bidding, employment law, public records, open meetings, real estate, taxation, development, procedure, construction law, election and levy law, and other issues affecting such clients
Electronic and book legal research
Drafts opinions on legal issues affecting Prosecuting Attorney clients
Prepares for litigation and litigates civil matters before state and federal courts, both prosecution and defense, on behalf of clients of the Prosecuting Attorney
Researches and drafts appellate briefs and other documents for appeals of civil actions before all levels of appellate courts. Prepares for and orally argues such appealed actions
Representation of clients of the Prosecuting Attorney before various local, state, and/or federal administrative agencies and boards
Public speaking. Education of Prosecuting Attorney clients on legal issues affecting their offices and/or subdivisions. Present at conferences held by associations of which Prosecuting Attorney clients are members
Advises the Prosecuting Attorney on legal matters pertaining to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office
Other duties as assigned by the Chief of the Civil Division and/or the Prosecuting Attorney
Available outside normal working hours and days for urgent matters
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD)
Admitted to the practice of law in the State of Ohio
Must possess a valid State of Ohio Driver's License and have an acceptable driving record
Thorough knowledge of Ohio civil statutes, case law, and procedure
Basic knowledge of the structure of Ohio government and its political subdivisions
Good trial and oral advocacy skills, including jury selection, authentication of documents and physical evidence, examination and cross-examination of witnesses, and argument to bench and jury
Good electronic and book legal research
Excellent legal research and writing skills
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Ability to manage and direct a large, complex case load under the direction of the Prosecuting Attorney
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal with other people possessed of widely varied levels of education and competence
Good public speaking skills
Demonstrates integrity, reliability, and ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to evaluate risks and exercise sound judgment, making decisions in complex and sometimes ambiguous situations that carry major implications for the people of Delaware County and/or Townships located in Delaware County
Ability to work under pressure
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work as a part of a team
Ability to capably interact with co-workers and other members of various departments and agencies
Ability to operate normal office equipment such as computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, calculator, paper shredder, motor vehicle, and other equipment necessary to perform duties
Must be able to perform electronic and book legal research
Good understanding of and ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point) and Internet (Explorer and Chrome)
Benefits
Health care
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Dental care
Life insurance
Pension
Holidays
Vacation
Sick leave
Deferred compensation plans
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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