Assistant City Prosecutor

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Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Are you looking for a great opportunity to continue your career as a Prosecutor making a difference with an innovative and customer friendly local government? This opportunity might be exactly what’s you’ve been looking for to begin your career or continue your career journey.
The City of Olathe Prosecutor’s Office is looking for an Assistant City Prosecutor offering a competitive salary, opportunities to grow in your career, training, professional development, excellent benefits, and so much more! This position is part of a two level career progression of Assistant City Prosecutor I and II.
The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking prosecutor who embraces technology and customer service.
The Assistant City Prosecutor is responsible for all aspects of municipal prosecutions and appeals including appearing in court, conducting trials and all aspects of motion work; provides assistance with other civil and criminal matters within the jurisdiction of the city; performs legal research; prepares legal documents and opinions; authors and revises city ordinances; answers legal questions; advises the public, city departments and city management; provides training to stakeholders and assists the City Prosecutor and City Attorney as needed in matters within the jurisdiction of the city.
For more information regarding job responsibilities, see the full description for an Assistant City Prosecutor II listed below.
Note that the Assistant City Prosecutor II requires a minimum of three years of experience while the Assistant City Prosecutor I prefers related experience, but none is required making this a great opportunity for starting your Prosecutor career.
Assistant City Prosecutor I Pay Range: $90,480 - $123,295 Assistant City Prosecutor II Pay Range: $101,088 - $123,295 ***HIRING BONUS: $2,500*** For more details, review the full job details and requirements below.
The Assistant City Prosecutor II is responsible for all aspects of municipal prosecutions and appeals including appearing in court, conducting trials, and all aspects of motion work.
This job works in a team oriented culture within the Legal Department.
This position is part of a two level career progression of Assistant City Prosecutor I and II.
Key Responsibilities Represents City in municipal court proceedings including, dockets, trials, appeals and administrative hearings.
Completes trial preparation including discovery; compiles information, records, and evidence; interviews witnesses; conducts research of State and Federal legislation and judicial decisions; prepares written briefs and oral arguments.
Focuses on innovation and process improvements to support work in finding ways the office can move forward and become more efficient.
Provides advice and input on ordinance revisions pertaining to the traffic and public offense codes.
Researches a variety of legal issues on behalf of the City.
Works closely with the Court Services Officers in the monitoring and revocation of defendants.
Qualifications Experience: Three years of increasingly responsible experience in municipal court and criminal law, including trial experience, is required.
Education: Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school is required.
Licenses & Certifications: Must have and maintain a current Kansas law license.