Assistant Municipal Prosecutor

Assistant Municipal Prosecutor

Department: Public Safety

Division: Quality of Life

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Union/Management: Management

Full-Time/Part-Time/Seasonal: Full-Time

Workweek: M-F 8:30 AM-4:30 PM (40 hours), as needed

Salary: $84,000 - $116,000. Based on qualifications and experience. Competitive Jersey City retirement and health benefits package available, including pension, dental, medical, prescription, FSA (flexible spending account), life insurance, and more.

The Office of Municipal Prosecutor of Jersey City is looking for an Assistant Municipal Prosecutor to represent the
State of New Jersey and the City of Jersey City in the prosecution of all criminal offenses, traffic violations, and quality of life ordinances. The ideal candidate has a demonstrated belief in the power of prosecuting attorneys to be pro-active, progressive, and problem-solving members of the community with a positive effect on the quality of life.

Job Duties:

 Conducts trials and pretrial hearings.

 Prepares cases for trial and negotiates plea agreements.

 Prepares written motions, pleadings, arguments, code enforcement search warrants, and other legal memoranda.

 Reviews cases for negotiations, witnesses, and discovery.

 Works on projects assigned by the Chief Municipal Prosecutor.

 Participates in ongoing legal education to remain up-to-date on criminal law.

 Work closely with the City’s code enforcement offices on best practices for quality of life enforcement.

*Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or

responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at

any time with or without notice.

Required Educational Background: Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and admission to practice as an Attorney-at-Law in the State of New Jersey.

Required Experience: Three (3) years of relevant experience in governance, enforcement, law compliance, and/or emergency services.

Essential Skills:

 Knowledge of and ability to interpret state criminal statutes, municipal ordinances, and related case law.

 Ability to plan and put into operation the necessary legal steps on behalf of the municipality in important local prosecutions.

 Demonstrated commitment to social and criminal justice and their current trends.

To apply for this job with the City of Jersey City, please fill out our Employment Application.

Please note that this role is subject to the residency requirements set forth by NJ First Act.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $84,000.00 - $116,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and admission to practice as an Attorney-at-Law in the State of New Jersey?

Education:

• Doctorate (Required)

Experience:

• Attorney-at-law: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person