Attorney II - Criminal

Summary Statement

Join Our Growing Team of Prosecutors | Competitive Pay | Hybrid Work Options | Outstanding Benefits

Are you a talented attorney with a few years of experience ready to take your courtroom advocacy skills to the next level? The City of Boise Criminal Division is seeking dedicated prosecutors who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about serving justice in our community. This role offers the perfect blend of independence and mentorship, handling everything from routine misdemeanor cases to more complex felony matters and high-profile trials.

As an Attorney II, you'll build your litigation expertise while managing a diverse caseload that includes motion practice, jury trials, and appellate work. We offer a supportive environment where you can develop your courtroom presence, refine your legal writing, and even mentor newer attorneys - all while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid work arrangements when appropriate.

Why Choose the City of Boise?

We believe top talent deserves exceptional rewards. Our comprehensive benefits package is among the best in the Treasure Valley:

• Healthcare: ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family, plus affordable dental and vision
• Retirement: PERSI benefits plus 401(k)/457b options with employer match
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid leave including 10 hours vacation monthly (increasing with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 10 weeks parental leave
• Financial Security: Life and long-term disability insurance at no cost to you
• Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement to support your continuing education
• Wellness: Up to $500 annual cash incentive through our WellBeing program
• Additional Perks: Free local bus pass, employee assistance program, and more

Join a team where your courtroom skills will flourish, your contributions are valued, and your career growth is supported - all while making a meaningful impact in Idaho's capital city.

Essential Functions

Performs all duties of Attorney I - Criminal, in addition to providing team support and training of lower-level criminal attorneys; performs both routine and more complex tasks, and assists others as required.

Handles criminal cases in court. Represents the City of Boise at all levels of the criminal process, including arraignments, pre-trial conferences, motion hearings, probation violation and contempt hearings, bench and jury trials and post-sentencing hearings and appeals.

Handles a significant number of misdemeanor criminal and civil infraction cases. Handles more complex cases, appellate matters, high profile cases, and conflict juvenile or felony cases, as assigned.

Prepares files for court. Reviews criminal case files, police reports and other evidence. Conducts a criminal background check for each defendant, and reviews defendant’s driver’s license and bond status when necessary. Conducts case analysis depending on the charge alleged and evaluates strengths and weaknesses of each case. Develops an offer of settlement and negotiates a resolution when possible. Communicates with pro se defendants, defense attorneys, victims, victim witness coordinators, witnesses, police officers, judges and clerks in a timely manner.

Prepares unresolved cases for trial. Uses and updates the office’s internal case management system. Prepares cases for all stages of prosecutions, including drafting motions and preparing for hearings and trials. Assigns tasks to support staff and successive attorneys as a part of case preparation.

Researches and writes memoranda and briefs on various criminal issues. Responds to various defense motions, such as motions to suppress or motions to dismiss, and files preemptive motions on behalf of the city. Responds to inquiries from the general public as well as stakeholders in the criminal justice system. Mentors level I attorneys as assigned.

Manages cases assigned throughout all stages, from charges filed to trial. Trains new attorneys and interns on technology, office procedures, case preparation and providing support and resources in preparing for cases.

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training
Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school and two years of experience in civil or criminal litigation or municipal governance.

Knowledge of:

• Principles of criminal law, court rules and trial procedure, rules of evidence, rules of professional conduct and legal ethics
• Rules of civil procedures within Idaho and the Boise Police Department
• Computer usage including related software.

• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment and advocate for clients both in and out of the courtroom
• Conduct legal research, analyze and provide legal analysis of contract language
• Apply legal concepts from a broad federal law to the minutiae of the Idaho Code
• Communicate proficiently both verbally and in writing especially when administering more complex criminal issues, such as writing briefs and other complex legal documents
• Communicate complex legal issues to police officers and other city employees
• Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance
• Perform all essential and functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Must be a licensed and active member in good standing with the Idaho State Bar.

Valid state-issued driver's license.

Working Conditions

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts
While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds. Also, the employee is frequently pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds and occasionally pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk and hear. Work in this position also includes close vision and distance vision. Employees will sit, stand and walk.

Working Environment
The work environment will include inside conditions. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position.
This position works: outside of, or extends beyond, a typical 8am to 5pm M-F work week, as required.