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City of Eugene · 2 weeks ago

Assistant City Prosecutor - Limited Duration

Eugene, OR

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$42.04/hr - $54.64/hr

2+ years exp

The City of Eugene is looking for an Assistant City Prosecutor, Limited Duration to assist with municipal violations and misdemeanor cases. This role involves representing the City in court, preparing criminal cases, and collaborating with various city departments.

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Responsibilities

Serves as prosecutor on assigned cases and represents the City for city code and state statute offenses that are filed in the Eugene Municipal Court, including misdemeanor (traffic and ordinance), violations, probation violations, contempt hearings, trial status report sessions, and removals to the Circuit Court. This involves all jury cases, and non-jury cases where the defendant is represented by an attorney

Prepares and tries criminal cases for the City and conducts a variety of trial preparation and case work: reviews police reports; interviews witnesses and complainants to determine appropriateness of filing criminal charges; evaluates and files; provides discovery to defendants and attorneys; ensures that subpoenas are served to essential and relevant witnesses; ensures that required time lines are maintained

Negotiates with defendants and/or attorneys, and consults with involved officer(s) and victim(s)

Provides prosecution services at in- and out-of-custody arraignments and settlement conferences

Attends pretrial conferences with defendants, defense attorneys and judges; negotiates settlements

Assists with conducting specific and comprehensive analyses of a wide range of municipal court case issues; researching and drafting legal opinions and memoranda in response to defense motions; and initiating motions on behalf of the City

Proposes amendments or dismissals of complaints for good cause to the Court

Determines and recommends amounts and appropriateness of restitutions to be paid by defendants to victims; monitors compliance with ordered restitution payments

Works closely with the City Prosecutor, Deputy City Prosecutor, Court Administrator, Municipal Judges, and contracting attorneys; advises the Municipal Court of any changes in case status, including plea negotiations, dismissals or amendments

Monitors new developments in criminal case law and procedures and legislation

Participates in advising Eugene Police Dept personnel on questions involving criminal prosecution, such as evaluating sufficient evidence, advising on the basis for citing or arresting, and other issues related to criminal prosecution

Participates in court problem resolutions

Drafts and reviews court-related forms

Establishes and maintains effective communication with court staff, police, judges, and indigent defense counsel

May answer questions and provide information to the public regarding policy, procedure and case information

Assists with planning, organizing, and implementing alternative approaches to prosecution activities

Assists with the preparation of administrative reports on prosecution office activities

Compiles and submits victim assistance report

May be responsible for the selection, supervision and evaluation of assigned staff; assigns work and ensures appropriate training is provided; investigates complaints; recommends and administers disciplinary actions; handles sensitive personnel matter and recommends grievance responses; exercises full supervision over employees

Performs related duties as assigned

Qualification

Criminal law experienceCourtroom experienceJuris DoctorateOregon State Bar membershipLegal researchSupervision skillsNegotiation skillsConflict resolutionEffective communication

Required

Two years of legal experience as an attorney, including at least six months courtroom experience in criminal law

Equivalent to a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school

Must pass a police background investigation

Member of the Oregon State Bar at the time of hire

Preferred

Knowledge of principles and practices of criminal law and procedures

Knowledge of municipal court rules, policies, and procedures

Knowledge of city codes and state statutes, with emphasis on criminal law

Knowledge of principles and practices of investigation

Knowledge of principles and practices of negotiation and conflict resolution

Knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence

Knowledge of principles and practices of municipal government budget preparation and administration

Knowledge of methods of legal research and reporting methods, techniques and procedures

Knowledge of principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation, if required

Knowledge of modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment

Ability to follow established Eugene Municipal Court rules and policies

Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State, and City policies, procedures, laws and regulations

Ability to analyze, appraise, and organize facts, evidence, and precedents and present them in oral and written reports

Ability to analyze and understand applicable factual matters

Ability to properly interpret, evaluate and make decisions in accordance with the law

Ability to comply with all applicable victim's rights laws

Ability to conduct research on complex legal problems

Ability to exercise good judgment in case filing decisions and plea negotiations

Ability to work through issues in a cooperative manner

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to prepare for trial on scheduled date

Ability to present cases in the courtroom skillfully

Ability to write complex legal papers and reports, setting forth findings of facts and decisions in concise written form

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Ability to present professional appearance and behavior for dealing with the public and jurors

Ability to develop and apply creative program development and problem resolution as applicable

Benefits

Bilingual Pay Benefit: This position qualifies for up to an additional 5% of base salary for bilingual pay.

Non-Represented Retirement Program: Upon eligibility, the City will contribute an employee contribution of 6%, as well as the employer contribution, to a retirement program administered by the Oregon Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). In addition, the City will pay a 3% contribution to a deferred compensation program if the employee contributes at least 1%.

The City provides a full range of benefits, including holidays, vacation, sick leave, retirement benefits, deferred compensation, physical examination, life insurance, and long-term disability. Health, dental, and vision benefits are available.