NEOGOV · 2 months ago
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - Drug Court - Collaborative Justice Unit
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$89K/yr - $148K/yr
2+ years expKing County is dedicated to serving its community through the Prosecuting Attorney's Office. The Deputy Prosecuting Attorney will manage criminal cases within the Collaborative Justice Unit, focusing on drug diversion programs and collaborating with various stakeholders to support participant recovery while ensuring public safety.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a member of the Drug Court Team, collaborating with the court, treatment, law enforcement, and defense representatives to support participant recovery while ensuring public safety
Manage a caseload of 150–200 participants with the support of two full-time paralegals
Attend and prepare for full-day calendars (Tuesday–Thursday in Seattle) and a half-day calendar (Friday in Kent)
Participate in Monday meetings, regular staffings, and contested review and termination/discharge hearings (bench trials), including drafting briefs, motions, petitions, and presenting witnesses
Review and file new cases into DDC and engage in ongoing negotiations with defense, colleagues, and other jurisdictions
Prepare and facilitate meetings, give presentations, and represent the King County Prosecutor’s office internally and externally as a Drug Court Prosecutor
Be available to provide support and coverage for other programs within the Collaborative Justice Unit
Qualification
Required
A minimum of two years of experience in criminal law, ideally in handling felony matters
Strong organizational skills, with ability to prioritize and manage multiple court calendars, correspondence, and competing duties under varying deadlines
Ability to provide timely, reliable, and predictable attendance for court hearings and meetings during business hours
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to negotiate and collaborate effectively with co-workers and within a team environment
Excellent legal research and writing skills
Ability to analyze, innovate, and problem solve complex legal scenarios
Commitment to equity and social justice
Benefits
Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
Generous vacation and paid sick leave
Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
Flexible Spending Account
Wellness programs
Onsite activity centers
Employee Giving Program
Employee assistance programs
Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
Training and career development programs
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
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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