Assistant County Attorney-Special Victims Unit

Job Description

Assistant County Attorney – Special Victims Unit

The Jefferson County Attorney’s Office is seeking justice-driven individuals who want to make an impact within that system. An attorney working in the Special Victims Unit of the office would work in a fast-paced and exciting environment with the ability to hone their courtroom skills while acting as a minister of justice. This position is for the daily prosecution of domestic violence, dating violence, child abuse, sexual assault, and stalking offenders in Jefferson District Court.

On-the-job training in the courts, along with additional training and exercises outside of court, will prepare the successful candidate to conduct hearings, including arraignment, bond reduction, probable cause, and contempt, as well as jury and bench trials. In addition, the office sponsors opportunities for individuals to participate in national conferences and membership in law affinity groups. The Assistant County Attorney will work alongside victims’ advocates, police officers, court clerks, judges, victims, witnesses, and members of the defense bar.

Responsibilities: Any Assistant County Attorney hired to work in the Criminal Division will be required to prosecute criminal offenses in District Court from inception to completion. Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Reviewing officer case files and screening for possible charges;
• Conducting interviews of officers, victims and witnesses;
• Evaluating evidence and negotiating dispositions;
• Reviewing relevant case law;
• Conducting Motion Practice;
• Conducting hearings, e.g., probable cause, suppression, bond, contempt, etc.;
• Trial practice, including Bench and Jury Trials;
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Unit Chief and Administration, and
• Complying with the Kentucky Crime Victims’ Bill of Rights and Marsy’s Law.

Requirements:

• Law degree from an accredited law school
• Must be a member of the Kentucky Bar Association or obtain a limited license to practice in Kentucky
• Persuasive written and oral communication skills
• Ability to multi-task

Preferred Experience: Experience in representing domestic violence victims in civil/family court or prosecuting domestic violence offenders, experience in working with people in crisis, knowledge of community resources. This applicant should have experience working with the criminal justice system or the family court system.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Minimum annual salary of $73,000 – higher based on experience and expertise – plus considerable benefits including a generous leave and vacation policy, health and life insurance, parking, and, as a public service provider, eligibility for potential loan forgiveness through federal programs for those who qualify.

The Jefferson County Attorney is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $73,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• License to practice law in KY (Required)

Work Location: In person