Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney

$6,745/mo (Grade 19 Step B) - $10,735 (Grade 25 Step G). Salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Promotion opportunities to higher grades exist, depending upon performance and merit.

Under general direction, successful applicants will provide legal advice and representation to County elected officials and department heads and staff, defend the County in litigation, draft and review contracts and advise on the Public Records Act. Litigation experience and/or municipal law experience preferred but not required.

The Prosecutor's Office

The Benton County Prosecutor's Office prides itself as one of the best prosecutor offices in Washington State. We are victim-centric, dedicated to protecting the public and committed to providing the best advice to our partners in law enforcement and county agencies. We have two main divisions, civil and criminal. Flexible schedules and potential remote work are possible.

To Apply

Send cover letter and resume to Ginny Baddley, Office Administrator, at ginny.baddley@co.benton.wa.us.

Example of Duties

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class.)

Prepares for motion hearings and trial through witness interviews, legal research, and investigation of facts and information; drafts, prepares, and files appropriate legal documents.

Under general direction, conducts courtroom or administrative proceedings; determines strategy, organization, evidence presentation, appearance of witnesses, and jury instructions.

Remains current on new laws, regulations, and procedures. Provides legal advice and representations to County departments and elected officials.

Answers questions and provides information to elected officials and county staff regarding public records, contract law, risk management, and other related matters.

Benefits

Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee and family plus $3600 per year for out-of-pocket medical expenses. Moving expenses of up to $5,000 possible. May be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness program.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Juris Doctor Degree and interest in public service.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Washington State Driver's License.

Member in good standing of the State Bar of Washington.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of Washington state criminal and civil law and related local statutes, ordinances, case law, and procedures.

Knowledge of the duties and responsibilities of the Prosecuting Attorney's Office.

Knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of legal research and investigation.

Knowledge of judicial procedure and rules of evidence.

Ability to plan, prepare, present, and conduct case strategies for criminal or civil cases.

Ability to interpret and explain codes, statutes, ordinances, and procedures.

Ability to manage heavy case loads and maintain appropriate records, logs, and case files.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the general public.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.