Assistant Prosecutor

Position Overview:

Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys work at the pleasure and direction of the Prosecuting Attorney to zealously and effectively represent the interests of the State of Ohio and Madison County, Ohio.

Qualifications:

· Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio

· Must maintain twenty-four (24) hours of bi-yearly training with the Ohio Supreme Court

· Must be in good standing with the Ohio Supreme Court

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

· Perform any task assigned or requested by a supervisor

· Provide legal representation to the State of Ohio, Madison County, and all elected officials, commissions, boards, agencies, districts or departments of the County

· Provide legal representation to all Madison County townships, trustees and fiscal officers

· Attend all court proceedings at Municipal Court, or related misdemeanor hearings

· Attend court proceedings when other assistant prosecuting attorneys are not available

· Meet with law enforcement officers, victims and other witnesses to prepare for all court proceedings

· Work closely on each matter with Administrative Assistants and Victim Witness Advocates

· Engage in legal research

· Draft and file motions, memorandums of law, and other legal documents

· Represent Madison County before the 12th District Court of Appeals and the Ohio Supreme Court

· Prosecute all misdemeanor matters within Madison County, Ohio

· Review and execute personal, investigative and duces tecum subpoenas

· Community involvement and outreach on behalf of the Prosecutor’s Office

· Provide legal advice to law enforcement on a 24/7 basis

· Perform civil representation regarding injunctions, forfeitures, small claims, evidence destruction and release, etc.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person