deputy state's attorney

State of Vermont

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  How To Apply
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   DO NOT APPLY ONLINE**Interested applicants must send a brief cover letter, current resume including starting and ending month and year for each job, education, and a list of three (3) work-related references with daytime phone numbers, to: Windsor County State's Attorney Ward Goodenough, ward.goodenough@vermont.gov, Administrative Secretary Stephanie Jordan, stephanie.jordan@vermont.gov and to Executive Assistant Ashley Perry, sas.jobs@vermont.gov.
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 <strong>
  Overview
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 The Windsor County State's Attorney's Office in White River Junction, Vermont is hiring a Deputy State's Attorney. A DSA represents the State's Attorney's Office in prosecuting criminal and certain civil offenses within Windsor County. The position is full time and is eligible for benefits that include annual, sick, and personal leave, state holidays, retirement, health insurance (80% employer paid), life insurance, dental after 6 months, LTD after one year. The DSA position is covered by the SAS DSA pay plan with a salary range of $31.75 to $62.87 based upon relevant legal experience. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney interested in criminal justice work and acquiring substantial experience in trial work. A DSA is expected to effectively manage their caseload, and may be required to assist other offices at the direction of the State's Attorney or the Executive Director. A DSA must work effectively with coworkers, law enforcement, community agencies, and other partners, and pursue best practices, innovative approaches and positive outcomes in the justice system.
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  Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
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 Ability to accurately interpret and apply statutes, rules and regulations. Ability to handle a high volume of work. Must possess excellent verbal and writing skills, and organizational skills to effectively meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment. Ability to work independently, exercise initiative, maintain confidentiality, ensure accuracy, and meet deadlines. Computer skills are required, and must perform data entry into the case management system. Ability to maintain self-composure under stressful situations. Must establish effective working relationships and respectfully interact with all co-workers, supervisors, partner and community organizations, victims, and members of the public. Must have excellent interpersonal skills, and demonstrate empathy, emotional intelligence and maturity, particularly in dealing with victims of crime and other vulnerable populations.
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  Environmental Factors
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  <br/>
 </strong>
 Pressure from workload and deadlines can be expected. Work outside of the normal schedule regularly occurs. Private means transportation must be available.
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 <strong>
  Minimum Requirements
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 J.D. degree and admission to the Vermont Bar. An individual who has read the law in Vermont and been admitted to the Vermont Bar is eligible to apply. An individual pending bar results or admission to the Vermont bar may be considered, but will be required to pass the bar and be admitted in Vermont within a reasonable timeframe as determined by the State's Attorney in order to continue employment. Courtroom and jury trial experience is desirable.
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  Equal Opportunity Statement
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 The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
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Deputy State's Attorney

<div>
 <strong>
  How To Apply
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   DO NOT APPLY ONLINE**Interested applicants must send a brief cover letter, current resume including starting and ending month and year for each job, education, and a list of three (3) work-related references with daytime phone numbers, to: Chittenden County State's Attorney Sarah George, sarah.george@vermont.gov, Administrative Coordinator Jennifer Bouffard, jennifer.bouffard@vermont.gov and to Executive Assistant Ashley Perry, sas.jobs@vermont.gov.
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   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Overview
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 The Chittenden County State's Attorney's Office in Burlington, Vermont is hiring a part time Deputy State's Attorney. A DSA represents the State's Attorney's Office in prosecuting criminal and certain civil offenses within Chittenden County. The position is part time, 24 hours weekly and is eligible for benefits that include annual, sick, and personal leave, state holidays, retirement, health insurance (80% employer paid), life insurance, dental after 6 months, LTD after one year. The DSA position is covered by the SAS DSA pay plan with a salary range of $31.75 to $62.87 based upon relevant legal experience, Department policies, and admission to the Vermont Bar. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney interested in criminal justice work and acquiring substantial experience in trial work. A DSA is expected to effectively manage their caseload and may be required to assist other offices at the direction of the State's Attorney or the Executive Director. A DSA must work effectively with coworkers, law enforcement, community agencies, and other partners, and pursue best practices, innovative approaches and positive outcomes in the justice system.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Ability to accurately interpret and apply statutes, rules and regulations. Ability to handle a high volume of work. Must possess excellent verbal and writing skills, and organizational skills to effectively meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment. Ability to work independently, exercise initiative, maintain confidentiality, ensure accuracy, and meet deadlines. Computer skills are required, and must perform data entry into the case management system. Ability to maintain self-composure under stressful situations. Must establish effective working relationships and respectfully interact with all co-workers, supervisors, partner and community organizations, victims, and members of the public. Must have excellent interpersonal skills, and demonstrate empathy, emotional intelligence and maturity, particularly in dealing with victims of crime and other vulnerable populations.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Environmental Factors
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Pressure from deadlines, workload, partners, defense counsel, judiciary, victims and other constituents may be expected. Work outside of the normal schedule regularly occurs. Private means transportation must be available.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Minimum Requirements
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 J.D. degree and admission to the Vermont Bar. An individual who has read the law in Vermont and been admitted to the Vermont bar is eligible to apply. An individual pending bar results or admission to the Vermont bar may be considered, but will be required to pass the bar and be admitted in Vermont within a reasonable timeframe as determined by the State's Attorney in order to continue employment. Courtroom and jury trial experience is desirable.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Equal Opportunity Statement
 </strong>
 The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
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Lincoln County

<div><div>The Deputy State&rsquo;s Attorney performs routine professional legal work in the prosecution of civil and criminal crimes, juvenile crimes, and juvenile abuse and neglect cases in Lincoln County. Actual responsibilities of the Deputy State&rsquo;s Attorney vary dependent upon vacant position but may include reviewing offenses and evidence to make determination on charges and prosecuting violations of state law, reviewing requests for petitions and determining appropriate course of action, communicating with victims, law enforcement officials, and other individuals about cases, making recommendations for child custody and parental rights, and attending legal proceedings.</div><div>
</div><div></div><div><b>Job Responsibilities Include:</b></div><ul><li><p>
Prepare and manage a caseload of predominantly misdemeanor cases, low-level felonies, juvenile violation cases, and juvenile abuse and neglect cases. Present cases for legal proceedings. Perform legal research. Prepare, draft, and file legal documents and correspondence.</p><p>
? Review offenses, police reports, and evidence to make determination on charges. Prepare, send, and track subpoenas for witnesses and records. Prepare and interview witnesses for legal proceedings. Select jurors.</p><p>
? Stay informed on changes in relevant laws, statutes, and proposed legislation and policy pertaining to criminal law, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile abuse and neglect. Draft proposed legislation and appear before legislative committees.</p><p>
? Communicate, correspond, and collaborate with parties involved in cases including victims, parents, school personnel, attorneys, court personnel, and law enforcement regarding procedures and actions for those cases. Respond to inquiries from the public and the media.</p><p>
? Make recommendations for custody, parental rights, sentences, and restitution.</p><p>
? Represent the State&rsquo;s Attorney&rsquo;s Office at public, private, and inter-governmental programs and events, communicate with the media, prepare press releases, and serve on boards, panels, and task forces.</p><p>
? Train and educate volunteers, law enforcement, and social workers on their roles and duties on legal issues and the court process duties. Train interns. Supervise clerical staff and interns.</p><p>
? Answer, handle, or direct phone calls and walk-in traffic from clients and the general public regarding legal concerns and questions.</p><p>
? Occasional travel between work sites.</p><p>
</p></li></ul><p><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></p><p>
Graduation from a college of law, attainment of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school, and admission by the Supreme Court of South Dakota to practice law in the state of South Dakota or be licensed to practice law in any other state and able to take the next available South Dakota bar examination or be a recent or imminent law school graduate, eligible to sit for the next available South Dakota bar examination. Comparable combination of education and experience may be considered.</p><p>
</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></h2><div>
Strong oral argument skills.</div><br>
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<div><div>The Deputy State&rsquo;s Attorney performs routine professional legal work in the prosecution of civil and criminal crimes, juvenile crimes, and juvenile abuse and neglect cases in Lincoln County. Actual responsibilities of the Deputy State&rsquo;s Attorney vary dependent upon vacant position but may include reviewing offenses and evidence to make determination on charges and prosecuting violations of state law, reviewing requests for petitions and determining appropriate course of action, communicating with victims, law enforcement officials, and other individuals about cases, making recommendations for child custody and parental rights, and attending legal proceedings.</div><div>
</div><div></div><div><b>Job Responsibilities Include:</b></div><ul><li><p>
Prepare and manage a caseload of predominantly misdemeanor cases, low-level felonies, juvenile violation cases, and juvenile abuse and neglect cases. Present cases for legal proceedings. Perform legal research. Prepare, draft, and file legal documents and correspondence.</p><p>
? Review offenses, police reports, and evidence to make determination on charges. Prepare, send, and track subpoenas for witnesses and records. Prepare and interview witnesses for legal proceedings. Select jurors.</p><p>
? Stay informed on changes in relevant laws, statutes, and proposed legislation and policy pertaining to criminal law, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile abuse and neglect. Draft proposed legislation and appear before legislative committees.</p><p>
? Communicate, correspond, and collaborate with parties involved in cases including victims, parents, school personnel, attorneys, court personnel, and law enforcement regarding procedures and actions for those cases. Respond to inquiries from the public and the media.</p><p>
? Make recommendations for custody, parental rights, sentences, and restitution.</p><p>
? Represent the State&rsquo;s Attorney&rsquo;s Office at public, private, and inter-governmental programs and events, communicate with the media, prepare press releases, and serve on boards, panels, and task forces.</p><p>
? Train and educate volunteers, law enforcement, and social workers on their roles and duties on legal issues and the court process duties. Train interns. Supervise clerical staff and interns.</p><p>
? Answer, handle, or direct phone calls and walk-in traffic from clients and the general public regarding legal concerns and questions.</p><p>
? Occasional travel between work sites.</p><p>
</p></li></ul><p><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></p><p>
Graduation from a college of law, attainment of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school, and admission by the Supreme Court of South Dakota to practice law in the state of South Dakota or be licensed to practice law in any other state and able to take the next available South Dakota bar examination or be a recent or imminent law school graduate, eligible to sit for the next available South Dakota bar examination. Comparable combination of education and experience may be considered.</p><p>
</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></h2><div>
Strong oral argument skills.</div><br>
#hc202426</div>

Lincoln County SD

<div><div>The Deputy State&rsquo;s Attorney performs routine professional legal work in the prosecution of civil and criminal crimes, juvenile crimes, and juvenile abuse and neglect cases in Lincoln County. Actual responsibilities of the Deputy State&rsquo;s Attorney vary dependent upon vacant position but may include reviewing offenses and evidence to make determination on charges and prosecuting violations of state law, reviewing requests for petitions and determining appropriate course of action, communicating with victims, law enforcement officials, and other individuals about cases, making recommendations for child custody and parental rights, and attending legal proceedings.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Job Responsibilities Include:</b></div><ul><li>
Prepare and manage a caseload of predominantly misdemeanor cases, low-level felonies, juvenile violation cases, and juvenile abuse and neglect cases. Present cases for legal proceedings. Perform legal research. Prepare, draft, and file legal documents and correspondence.<ul><li>Review offenses, police reports, and evidence to make determination on charges. Prepare, send, and track subpoenas for witnesses and records. Prepare and interview witnesses for legal proceedings. Select jurors.</li><li>Stay informed on changes in relevant laws, statutes, and proposed legislation and policy pertaining to criminal law, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile abuse and neglect. Draft proposed legislation and appear before legislative committees.</li><li>Communicate, correspond, and collaborate with parties involved in cases including victims, parents, school personnel, attorneys, court personnel, and law enforcement regarding procedures and actions for those cases. Respond to inquiries from the public and the media.</li><li>Make recommendations for custody, parental rights, sentences, and restitution.</li><li>Represent the State&rsquo;s Attorney&rsquo;s Office at public, private, and inter-governmental programs and events, communicate with the media, prepare press releases, and serve on boards, panels, and task forces.</li><li>Train and educate volunteers, law enforcement, and social workers on their roles and duties on legal issues and the court process duties. Train interns. Supervise clerical staff and interns.</li><li>Answer, handle, or direct phone calls and walk-in traffic from clients and the general public regarding legal concerns and questions.</li><li>Occasional travel between work sites.</li></ul></li></ul><p><b>
Minimum Qualifications</b></p><p>
Graduation from a college of law, attainment of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school, and admission by the Supreme Court of South Dakota to practice law in the state of South Dakota or be licensed to practice law in any other state and able to take the next available South Dakota bar examination or be a recent or imminent law school graduate, eligible to sit for the next available South Dakota bar examination. Comparable combination of education and experience may be considered.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></h2><div>
Strong oral argument skills.</div></div>

<div><div><div><div><div><b>How to Apply</b></div>
</div><div><div><b>
**DO NOT APPLY ONLINE**</b><b> </b>Interested applicants must send a brief cover letter, current resume including starting and ending month and year for each job, education, and a list of three (3) work-related references with daytime phone numbers, to: Windsor County State&rsquo;s Attorney Ward Goodenough, ward.goodenough@vermont.gov, Administrative Secretary Stephanie Jordan, stephanie.jordan@vermont.gov and to Executive Assistant Ashley Perry, sas.jobs@vermont.gov.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Overview</b></div>
</div><div><div>
The Windsor County State&rsquo;s Attorney&rsquo;s Office in White River Junction, Vermont is hiring a Deputy State&rsquo;s Attorney. A DSA represents the State&rsquo;s Attorney&rsquo;s Office in prosecuting criminal and certain civil offenses within Windsor County. The position is full time and is eligible for benefits that include annual, sick, and personal leave, state holidays, retirement, health insurance (80% employer paid), life insurance, dental after 6 months, LTD after one year. The DSA position is covered by the SAS DSA pay plan with a salary range of $31.75 to $62.87 based upon relevant legal experience. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney interested in criminal justice work and acquiring substantial experience in trial work. A DSA is expected to effectively manage their caseload, and may be required to assist other offices at the direction of the State&rsquo;s Attorney or the Executive Director. A DSA must work effectively with coworkers, law enforcement, community agencies, and other partners, and pursue best practices, innovative approaches and positive outcomes in the justice system.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</b></div>
</div><div><div>
Ability to accurately interpret and apply statutes, rules and regulations. Ability to handle a high volume of work. Must possess excellent verbal and writing skills, and organizational skills to effectively meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment. Ability to work independently, exercise initiative, maintain confidentiality, ensure accuracy, and meet deadlines. Computer skills are required, and must perform data entry into the case management system. Ability to maintain self-composure under stressful situations. Must establish effective working relationships and respectfully interact with all co-workers, supervisors, partner and community organizations, victims, and members of the public. Must have excellent interpersonal skills, and demonstrate empathy, emotional intelligence and maturity, particularly in dealing with victims of crime and other vulnerable populations.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Environmental Factors</b></div>
</div><div><div>
Pressure from workload and deadlines can be expected. Work outside of the normal schedule regularly occurs. Private means transportation must be available.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Minimum Requirements</b></div>
</div><div><div>
J.D. degree and admission to the Vermont Bar. An individual who has read the law in Vermont and been admitted to the Vermont Bar is eligible to apply. An individual pending bar results or admission to the Vermont bar may be considered, but will be required to pass the bar and be admitted in Vermont within a reasonable timeframe as determined by the State&rsquo;s Attorney in order to continue employment. Courtroom and jury trial experience is desirable.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Equal Opportunity Statement</b></div>
</div><div>The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State&rsquo;s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.</div></div></div></div>

<div><div>The Senior Deputy State&rsquo;s Attorney performs routine professional legal work in the prosecution of civil and criminal crimes, juvenile crimes, and juvenile abuse and neglect cases in Lincoln County. Actual responsibilities of the Senior Deputy State&rsquo;s Attorney vary dependent upon vacant position but may include reviewing offenses and evidence to make determination on charges and prosecuting violations of state law, reviewing requests for petitions and determining appropriate course of action, communicating with victims, law enforcement officials, and other individuals about cases, making recommendations for child custody and parental rights, and attending legal proceedings.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Responsibilities:</b></h2><ul><li>
Prepare and manage a caseload of misdemeanor cases, felonies, juvenile violation cases, or juvenile abuse and neglect cases. Present cases for legal proceedings. Perform legal research. Prepare, draft, and file legal documents and correspondence.</li><li>
Review offenses, police reports, and evidence to make determination on charges. Prepare, send, and track subpoenas for witnesses and records. Prepare and interview witnesses for legal proceedings. Select jurors.</li><li>
Stay informed on changes in relevant laws, statutes, and proposed legislation and policy pertaining to criminal law, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile abuse and neglect. Draft proposed legislation and appear before legislative committees.</li><li>
Communicate, correspond, and collaborate with parties involved in cases including victims, parents, school personnel, attorneys, court personnel, and law enforcement regarding procedures and actions for those cases. This may include after hour and weekend calls from law enforcement on cases that require immediate attention from the State&rsquo;s Attorney&rsquo;s Office.</li><li>
Make recommendations for custody, parental rights, sentences, and restitution.</li><li>
Represent the State&rsquo;s Attorney&rsquo;s Office at public, private, and inter-governmental programs and events, communicate with the media, prepare press releases, and serve on boards, panels, and task forces.</li><li>
Train and educate volunteers, law enforcement, and social workers on their roles and duties on legal issues and the court process duties. This may include the training of interns, new attorneys, and other staff as assigned.</li><li>
Answer, handle, or direct phone calls and walk-in traffic from law enforcement, the general public, and media regarding legal concerns or inquiries.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Minimum Qualifications</b></h2><div>
Graduation from a college of law, attainment of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school, and admission by the Supreme Court of South Dakota to practice law in the state of South Dakota or be licensed to practice law in any other state and able to take the next available South Dakota bar examination or be a recent or imminent law school graduate, eligible to sit for the next available South Dakota bar examination. Comparable combination of education and experience may be considered. Consideration for appointment of Senior Deputy State&rsquo;s Attorney requires a minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience and are able to take on a felony caseload.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></h2><div>
Currently licensed to practice law in South Dakota. Strong oral argument skills.</div><br>
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