municipal prosecutor

City of Jersey City

<p><b>Assistant Municipal Prosecutor</b></p><p><b>Department: </b>Public Safety</p><p><b>Division:</b> Quality of Life</p><p><b>Exempt/Non-Exempt: </b>Exempt</p><p><b>Union/Management: </b>Management</p><p><b>Full-Time/Part-Time/Seasonal: </b>Full-Time</p><p><b>Workweek: </b>M-F 8:30 AM-4:30 PM (40 hours), as needed</p><p><b>Salary: $84,000 - $116,000.</b> 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.</p><p>The Office of Municipal Prosecutor of Jersey City is looking for an Assistant Municipal Prosecutor to represent the<br/>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.</p><p><b>Job Duties:</b></p><p>&#61623; Conducts trials and pretrial hearings.</p><p>&#61623; Prepares cases for trial and negotiates plea agreements.</p><p>&#61623; Prepares written motions, pleadings, arguments, code enforcement search warrants, and other legal memoranda.</p><p>&#61623; Reviews cases for negotiations, witnesses, and discovery.</p><p>&#61623; Works on projects assigned by the Chief Municipal Prosecutor.</p><p>&#61623; Participates in ongoing legal education to remain up-to-date on criminal law.</p><p>&#61623; Work closely with the City&rsquo;s code enforcement offices on best practices for quality of life enforcement.</p><p><i>*Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or</i></p><p><i>responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at</i></p><p><i>any time with or without notice.</i></p><p><b>Required Educational Background: </b>Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and admission to practice as an Attorney-at-Law in the State of New Jersey.</p><p><b>Required Experience:</b> Three (3) years of relevant experience in governance, enforcement, law compliance, and/or emergency services.</p><p><b>Essential Skills:</b></p><p>&#61623; Knowledge of and ability to interpret state criminal statutes, municipal ordinances, and related case law.</p><p>&#61623; Ability to plan and put into operation the necessary legal steps on behalf of the municipality in important local prosecutions.</p><p>&#61623; Demonstrated commitment to social and criminal justice and their current trends.</p><p><b>To apply for this job with the City of Jersey City, please fill out our Employment Application.</b></p><p><b>Please note that this role is subject to the residency requirements set forth by NJ First Act.</b></p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $84,000.00 - $116,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>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?</li></ul><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Doctorate (Required)</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Attorney-at-law: 3 years (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Assistant Municipal Prosecutor

CITY OF WAUSAU

JOB
<br>The Assistant City Attorney position primarily acts as the lead municipal prosecutor for the City of Wausau. Additionally, this role performs professional municipal legal services including code enforcement, ordinance drafting, negotiation and review of contracts, drafting transactional documents for real estate matters, and provides advice to departments, elected officials and their committees.
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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
<br>Interprets and researches laws, statutes, rules, regulations, codes, and ordinances affecting City business. Provides legal advice and opinions on the effect of same on City business to City staff and elected officials.Reviews and recommends changes to municipal code for compliance with State and Federal laws, rules, and regulations. Drafts ordinances and resolutions implementing City policies and programs. Researches enforceability of ordinance and resolutions and the effect of state and federal law on the same. Attends City committee meetings and advises members, including elected officials, regarding legal matters as needed. Compiles data for committees as needed.Represents the City in litigation matters, including but not limited to state courts (including court of appeals, if necessary), municipal court prosecution, administrative proceedings and before state and federal agencies. Litigation also includes legal issues including but not limited to ordinance prosecution, small claims (eviction and collection), defense of ordinance enforceability and related constitutional items. Reviews and evaluates cases and appeals; prepares legal briefs and other court pleadings, and represents the City’s interests at bench and jury trials. Negotiates settlements.Directs timing and method of collections with appropriate staff.Negotiates and drafts legal documents including but not limited to conveyances, leases, resolutions, contracts, and long-term agreements.Negotiates real estate sales and purchases. Reviews and drafts documents and conducts real estate transaction closings.Receives and responds to citizens’ and media complaints and inquiries.Performs City Attorney tasks in his/her absence.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position directly supervises employees, assigns work tasks and duties, conducts performance evaluations, approves time off, and handles disciplinary actions in accordance with organizational policies.
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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
<br><b>RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION:</b> Applications will be reviewed as received. This recruitment will close when a candidate has been selected.ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION: Starting annual salary $83,304.00 or higher DOQ. This position is classified as Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).Business hours for City Attorney's Office are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.Information about the City of Wausau's benefits can be viewed at the following link: https://www.wausauwi.gov/your-government/human-resources/employee-benefitsSPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS: The City of Wausau will make arrangements to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary and reasonable to afford an individual with a disability the opportunity to participate in the recruitment process. Please notify the Human Resources Department or phone (715) 261-6630 to request special accommodations prior to the application deadline.NOTICE TO APPLICANTS: Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 19.36 (7), 64.09 (5), and 64.11 (7) require public employers to treat the following items as a public record: Each applicant’s application, records, recommendations and qualifications except as provided in Section 19.36 (7), Wis. Stats. that allows the identity of an applicant to remain confidential if the applicant requests in writing that the City not provide access to this information.If you choose not to have this information become a public record, you must make such a request in writing to the Human Resources Department. If you become a finalist for the position, your identity may be disclosed as required by law.ADDITIONAL NOTICES: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/fmlahttps://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-actThe City of Wausau is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Assistant City Attorney

Pleasant Grove City

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  Application Deadline:
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 Open until filled.
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 First review of candidates on Thursday, November 6.
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  Hiring Range:
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 $95,000 - $115,000
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  GENERAL PURPOSE
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 Under the direction of the City Attorney, the City Prosecutor performs responsible and complex legal work, primarily in the prosecution of crimes, drafting of communications, and litigation of criminal cases. Works independently and applies professional judgement and skill in preparation and presentation of cases.
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   Initiate and prosecute actions to protect the City's interests including preparation of pleadings and briefs, oral argument, conducting trial and plea negotiations, respond to appeals
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   Appear in court for motions, changes of pleas and sentencing, settlement negotiations, trials, and reviewing performance of defendants after conviction.
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   Serve as City Prosecutor for Pleasant Grove City.
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   Provide professional advice to the Police Department.
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   Conduct research, interview clients and witnesses, and handle other details in preparation for trial.
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   Researches and updates case laws and statues.
  </li>
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   Coordinate efforts with the city's victim advocates and law enforcement.
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   As requested by the City Attorney, performs civil law functions for the City including legal research and extensive analysis of legal positions and applies complex legal principles and precedents to specialized problems.
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  Education
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  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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   Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and membership in good standing with the Utah State Bar.
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  Experience
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   Prior experience preferred, particularly in municipal government and criminal prosecution.
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  Knowledge
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   Knowledge of the principles and practices of criminal prosecution.
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   Knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence.
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  Skills/Abilities
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   Ability to evaluate and organize facts and evidence.
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   Ability to develop sound legal strategies and procedures.
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   Skill in presenting information orally and in writing in a clear, concise, and logical form.
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   Ability to deal with stressful situations firmly, tactfully, and with respect for individual rights.
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   Maintain effective working relationships with the public from varied racial, ethnic and economic backgrounds.
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   Maintain effective working relationships with other City employees, court personnel, law enforcement personnel, other departments, and members of the legal staff.
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   Maintain positive liaison with Police and other departments involved in the enforcement of City ordinances and state law.
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   Must be able to pass a drug screening and background investigation.
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   Stays abreast of current case law, statutory changes, and legal trends and innovations.
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  WORKING CONDITIONS
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   Working conditions may vary.
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   Work is typically performed in an air-conditioned office.
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   No significantly hazardous conditions exist.
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  DISCLAIMER
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 The City of Pleasant Grove is an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, religion, sex, pregnancy, genetic information, age, national origin, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, or any other factor protected by the law. Reasonable accommodations may be made for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
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 The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major responsibilities and duties performed on the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job-related duties and responsibilities that an employee may perform. An employee in this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties required by their supervisor. This job description is not intended to and does not infer or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. This updated job description supersedes prior descriptions for the same position. Management reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
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   Job Posted by ApplicantPro
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City Prosecutor

<div><p><b>Application Deadline:</b> Open until filled.</p><p>
First review of candidates on Thursday, November 6.</p><p><b>
Hiring Range:</b> $95,000 - $115,000</p><p></p><p><b><br>
GENERAL PURPOSE</b></p><p>
Under the direction of the City Attorney, the City Prosecutor performs responsible and complex legal work, primarily in the prosecution of crimes, drafting of communications, and litigation of criminal cases. Works independently and applies professional judgement and skill in preparation and presentation of cases.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES</b></p><ul><li>
Initiate and prosecute actions to protect the City's interests including preparation of pleadings and briefs, oral argument, conducting trial and plea negotiations, respond to appeals</li><li>
Appear in court for motions, changes of pleas and sentencing, settlement negotiations, trials, and reviewing performance of defendants after conviction.</li><li>
Serve as City Prosecutor for Pleasant Grove City.</li><li>
Provide professional advice to the Police Department.</li><li>
Conduct research, interview clients and witnesses, and handle other details in preparation for trial.</li><li>
Researches and updates case laws and statues.</li><li>
Coordinate efforts with the city's victim advocates and law enforcement.</li><li>
As requested by the City Attorney, performs civil law functions for the City including legal research and extensive analysis of legal positions and applies complex legal principles and precedents to specialized problems.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><p><b>
Education:</b></p><ul><li>
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and membership in good standing with the Utah State Bar.</li></ul><p><b>
Experience:
</b></p><ul><li>Prior experience preferred, particularly in municipal government and criminal prosecution.</li></ul><p><b>
Knowledge:</b></p><ul><li>
Knowledge of the principles and practices of criminal prosecution.</li><li>
Knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence.</li></ul><p><b>
Skills/Abilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Ability to evaluate and organize facts and evidence.</li><li>
Ability to develop sound legal strategies and procedures.</li><li>
Skill in presenting information orally and in writing in a clear, concise, and logical form.</li><li>
Ability to deal with stressful situations firmly, tactfully, and with respect for individual rights.</li><li>
Maintain effective working relationships with the public from varied racial, ethnic and economic backgrounds.</li><li>
Maintain effective working relationships with other City employees, court personnel, law enforcement personnel, other departments, and members of the legal staff.</li><li>
Maintain positive liaison with Police and other departments involved in the enforcement of City ordinances and state law.</li><li>
Must be able to pass a drug screening and background investigation.</li><li>
Stays abreast of current case law, statutory changes, and legal trends and innovations.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
WORKING CONDITIONS</b></p><ul><li>
Working conditions may vary.</li><li>
Work is typically performed in an air-conditioned office.</li><li>
No significantly hazardous conditions exist.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
DISCLAIMER</b></p><p>
The City of Pleasant Grove is an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, religion, sex, pregnancy, genetic information, age, national origin, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, or any other factor protected by the law. Reasonable accommodations may be made for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.</p><p>
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major responsibilities and duties performed on the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job-related duties and responsibilities that an employee may perform. An employee in this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties required by their supervisor. This job description is not intended to and does not infer or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. This updated job description supersedes prior descriptions for the same position. Management reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.</p></div>

City of Wausau

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Purpose of the Position</b></h2></div>
<div><p>The Assistant City Attorney position primarily acts as the lead municipal prosecutor for the City of Wausau. Additionally, this role performs professional municipal legal services including code enforcement, ordinance drafting, negotiation and review of contracts, drafting transactional documents for real estate matters, and provides advice to departments, elected officials and their committees.</p></div><br>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Interprets and researches laws, statutes, rules, regulations, codes, and ordinances affecting City business. Provides legal advice and opinions on the effect of same on City business to City staff and elected officials.</li><li>
Reviews and recommends changes to municipal code for compliance with State and Federal laws, rules, and regulations. Drafts ordinances and resolutions implementing City policies and programs. Researches enforceability of ordinance and resolutions and the effect of state and federal law on the same.</li><li>
Attends City committee meetings and advises members, including elected officials, regarding legal matters as needed. Compiles data for committees as needed.</li><li>
Represents the City in litigation matters, including but not limited to state courts (including court of appeals, if necessary), municipal court prosecution, administrative proceedings and before state and federal agencies. Litigation also includes legal issues including but not limited to ordinance prosecution, small claims (eviction and collection), defense of ordinance enforceability and related constitutional items.</li><li>
Reviews and evaluates cases and appeals; prepares legal briefs and other court pleadings, and represents the City&rsquo;s interests at bench and jury trials. Negotiates settlements.</li><li>
Directs timing and method of collections with appropriate staff.</li><li>
Negotiates and drafts legal documents including but not limited to conveyances, leases, resolutions, contracts, and long-term agreements.</li><li>
Negotiates real estate sales and purchases. Reviews and drafts documents and conducts real estate transaction closings.</li><li>
Receives and responds to citizens&rsquo; and media complaints and inquiries.</li><li>
Performs City Attorney tasks in his/her absence.</li></ul><p><b>
Supervisory Responsibilities</b><br>
This position directly supervises employees, assigns work tasks and duties, conducts performance evaluations, approves time off, and handles disciplinary actions in accordance with organizational policies.</p></div><br>
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<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Requirements</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>Education and Experience Requirements</b></p><ul><li>
Graduation from an accredited law school</li><li>
Admission to the Bar of the State of Wisconsin and current good standing status</li><li>
Two (2) or more years of legal practice experience as an attorney; preferably in a governmental capacity</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</b></p><ul><li>
Ability to perform basic functions with all MS Office Suite products and department software.</li><li>
Ability to analyze data and information using established criteria, in order to determine consequences and to identify and select alternatives.</li><li>
Ability to compare, count, differentiates, measure and/or sort, as well as assemble, copy, record and transcribe data and information.</li><li>
Ability to classify, compute, tabulate, and categorize data.</li><li>
Ability to provide formal instruction in a classroom or other structured setting.</li><li>
Ability to utilize a variety of advisory and design data and information such as legal documents, citations, police reports, leases, payment vouchers, real estate documents, property tax statements, bankruptcy notices, financial statements, resolutions, ordinances, statutes, bond schedules, maps, law books, case law, real estate appraisals and educational curricula.</li><li>
Ability to communicate orally and in writing with attorneys, Judges, law enforcement personnel, elected City Officials, defendants, debtors, City employees, inspectors, news media representatives and the general public.</li><li>
Ability to calculate percentages, fractions, decimals, volumes, and ratios. Ability to interpret basic descriptive statistical reports.</li><li>
Ability to use functional reasoning in performing influence functions such as supervising, managing, leading, teaching, directing, and controlling.</li><li>
Ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory and/or judgmental criteria.</li><li>
Ability to operate office equipment and machinery requiring simple but continuous adjustments, such as computer keyboard, telephone, calculator, fax machine and photocopier.</li><li>
Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet, and limbs in performing semi-skilled movements such as data entry.</li><li>
Ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, typically involving bending, twisting, turning, and light lifting.</li><li>
Ability to recognize and identify degrees of similarities or differences between characteristics of sounds associated with job-related objects, materials, and tasks.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Physical and Working Environment</b><br>
Normal office working conditions within minimal exposure to disagreeable elements. Normal mental and visual attention is required. Limited exposure to workplace hazards.</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Information</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION:</b><br>
Applications will be reviewed as received. This recruitment will close when a candidate has been selected.</p><p><b>
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:</b></p><ul><li>
Starting annual salary $83,304.00 or higher DOQ. This position is classified as Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).</li><li>
Business hours for City Attorney's Office are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.</li><li>
Information about the City of Wausau's benefits can be viewed at the following link: https://www.wausauwi.gov/your-government/human-resources/employee-benefits</li></ul><p><b>
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS:</b><br>
The City of Wausau will make arrangements to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary and reasonable to afford an individual with a disability the opportunity to participate in the recruitment process. Please notify the Human Resources Department or phone (715) 261-6630 to request special accommodations prior to the application deadline.</p><p><b>
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS:</b><br>
Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 19.36 (7), 64.09 (5), and 64.11 (7) require public employers to treat the following items as a public record: Each applicant&rsquo;s application, records, recommendations and qualifications except as provided in Section 19.36 (7), Wis. Stats. that allows the identity of an applicant to remain confidential if the applicant requests in writing that the City not provide access to this information.</p><p><br>
If you choose not to have this information become a public record, you must make such a request in writing to the Human Resources Department. If you become a finalist for the position, your identity may be disclosed as required by law.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
ADDITIONAL NOTICES:</b><br>
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters
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https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/fmla<br>
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act</p><p></p><p><br>
The City of Wausau is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div></div><div><div><div><p>The City of Wausau offers competitive salaries and a range of excellent benefits for Full-Time General (Non-Represented) Employees:</p><ul><li>State of Wisconsin Retirement Plan</li><li>Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance</li><li>Flexible Spending for Health and Dependent Care</li><li>Annual Biometric Health Screenings - free to employees under the health plan</li><li>Optional Life Insurance</li><li>Optional Long Term Disability Insurance</li><li>Optional Critical Illness Insurance</li><li>Optional Accident Insurance</li><li>457 Deferred Compensation Plans </li><li>Employee Assistance Program - Available to all employees and family members at no cost to the employee</li><li>10 Paid Holidays Off include: New Year's Day, Spring Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve Day.</li><li>Paid Leaves<ul><li><b>Vacation</b> accrual starts at 4.6154 bi-weekly for a total of <b>15 days annually!</b> Vacation accrual increases at 5, 10, and 15 years of service. New employees may borrow up to half of their annual vacation accrual amount during the first six months of employment.</li><li>3 Personal Holidays upon hire and every January</li><li>Perfect Attendance </li><li>Sick Leave accrual bi-weekly at 3.6923 hours with a maximum accrual of 1,064 hours that never expires.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div></div><p></p>

City of Brighton

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>Hiring salary - $20.00 hourly</b><br>
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<b>DEFINITION</b><br>
This position has a dual focus on both civil work and municipal prosecution. A legal intern is expected to perform the full range of work assigned by providing legal counsel to various departments and prosecuting municipal ordinance violations under the direction of the supervisor. The legal intern is expected to work with some independence and initiative.<br>
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Candidates with one-and one-half years of law school experience will begin the position in a civil role. Once the candidate has completed two years of law school, the candidate will move into a prosecution role with some civil capacity.<br>
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<b>MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
One- and one-half years of law school experience for civil work. Two years of law school experience for municipal prosecution. If applicable, eligibility to practice law under supervision pursuant to the Student Practice Act, C.R.S. &sect; 13-93-201, et seq.<br>
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<b>SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED</b><br>
All legal interns report to the Deputy City Attorney and Assistant City Attorney II.<br>
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<b>ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES</b></p><ul><li>
Legal Intern Essential Responsibilities and Duties:</li><li>
Prosecutes municipal cases including:</li></ul><ul><li>
Preparing for and conducting arraignments, pre-trial hearings, bench trials, jury trials, and sentencings.</li><li>
Interviewing victims and witnesses of crimes.</li><li>
Drafting pleadings, producing discovery, and drafting appeals.</li><li>
Engaging in plea negotiations with defendants or their attorney during pre-trial conferences.</li></ul><ul><li>
Drafts, amends, and reviews legal documents, including ordinances, resolutions, agreements, City Council staff reports, contracts, intergovernmental agreements, deeds, and leases under the supervision of and at the direction of the Deputy City Attorney or Assistant City Attorneys.</li><li>
Conducts legal research and drafts legal opinions on a variety of legal issues at the request of the City Attorney, Deputy City Attorney, or Assistant City Attorneys.</li><li>
Assists the City Attorneys&rsquo; Office in developing and maintaining a service-oriented work environment that supports the City&rsquo;s vision, mission, and values.</li></ul><br>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:<ul><li>
Experience and/or interest in municipal prosecution, including, but not limited to maintaining a professional demeanor when appearing before the court and while communicating with defendants, witnesses, and victims.</li><li>
Some skill with prioritizing and completing work with limited supervision, including the ability to meet critical municipal court deadlines.</li><li>
Knowledge of techniques and resources for conducting legal research.</li><li>
Some ability to review, read, interpret, and explain facts, abstract concepts, and law to a variety of audiences.</li><li>
Strong written and oral communication skills; a clear and concise writer and speaker (no &ldquo;legalese&rdquo;), articulate, intellectually honest, and direct without being abrasive.</li><li>
Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality with sensitive legal matters and inquiries.</li><li>
Diplomacy and political astuteness while remaining apolitical, with strong situational awareness and common sense.</li><li>
Proficiency in typical office software, including but not limited to, Microsoft Office and Adobe, and general ability to learn new software programs.</li><li>
Ability to exercise appropriate level of initiative and judgment to make decisions within the scope of assigned authority.</li><li>
A respectful attitude towards both coworkers and Brighton residents that promotes teamwork, open communication, integrity, trust-building, and effective customer service.</li></ul><b>
MISCELLANEOUS REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL CITY ATTORNEY OFFICE POSITIONS</b><ul><li>
Work is primarily performed indoors and is primarily sedentary in nature.</li><li>
Must demonstrate the ability to meet the physical demands of the job, which include but may not be limited to, lifting and/or carrying up to 10 pounds, walking, standing, hand/eye coordination to operate a computer system, speech and hearing to maintain communication during the normal course of work.</li><li>
Valid Colorado driver&rsquo;s license with safe driving record.</li><li>
A background check is required for this position.</li></ul><b>
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS</b><ul><li><b>
Cover Letter</b></li><li><b>
Resume</b></li><li><b>
Law school transcript</b></li></ul></div></div></div><p></p>

Legal Intern

City of Billings, MT

<div></div><div><div><div><p><b>&quot;Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.&quot;</b></p><br>
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</div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Position Overview</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b><i>Salary Range:</i></b> $97,036.78 - $129,984.40/annually. Salary reflects Step 1 and Step 7 of a 7-step pay scale. Salary at hiring will be dependent upon the applicant's education, experience, and training.</div><b><i><br>
Work Schedule:</i></b> Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.<div></div><div><b><i><br>
Job Summary:</i></b></div><div>
Under general direction, performs a variety of professional duties involved in providing a full range of legal services related to municipal government operations; represents the City in criminal proceedings as assigned before courts, administrative agencies and boards, arbitrators, and other administrative agencies; investigates, prepares, and prosecutes misdemeanor criminal cases in courts; and advises City departments, staff, boards, and commissions in criminal legal issues.</div><div></div><div><b><i><br>
Scope of Responsibility:</i></b></div><div>
Incumbent has a high degree of understanding of department and functional operations and is able to work with considerable initiative. Working with senior management guidance, incumbent applies professional and managerial principles that can affect the entire department with the potential to have a major effect on the City. Incumbent&rsquo;s decisions can have a moderate to major financial impact on the overall organization. Incumbent solves complex technical problems, which can have significant impact on the entire organization. Incumbent must have the ability to exercise discretion regarding confidential matters.</div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</b></h2></div><br>
<p></p><div><div><b>Legal</b></div><ul><li>
Represents the City by prosecuting various misdemeanor criminal offenses; initiates prosecutions; prepares cases for prosecution; reviews reports and conducts legal research; prepares court orders, petitions, affidavits, and briefs; tries cases; determines and recommends appropriate sentences.</li><li>
Represents the City in criminal legal proceedings before courts (including Municipal Court, Montana District Court, Montana Supreme Court, Federal Court), administrative agencies and boards (including Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Montana Human Rights Commission, Board of Personnel Appeals), arbitrators, and other administrative agencies.</li><li>
Prepares pleadings, conducts legal research, prepares briefs and memoranda, appears in court, and negotiates with other parties.</li><li>
Prosecutes, negotiates, and settles misdemeanor criminal cases as assigned by the City Attorney or Assistant City Attorney.</li><li>
Provides legal advice and opinions as requested by the City Attorney or Assistant City Attorney to City employees, City Council, and City boards and commissions on a variety of criminal legal issues; advises staff and officials on the legal requirements and consequences of proposed actions; provides training to City staff and others on current laws and effective enforcement procedures; conducts ongoing legal research in connection with criminal legal issues pertaining to the City.</li><li>
Analyzes, reviews, and drafts legal documents which bind or obligate the City; provides legal opinions and recommendations to ensure the City is properly and effectively represented in such matters; reviews rules, regulations, and policies to ensure legal compliance.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Department Duties</b></div><ul><li>
Participates in the development, planning, and implementation of criminal policies and procedures for the City Attorney&rsquo;s Office; devises and implements systems and forms for most efficient operations as assigned.</li><li>
Participates on a variety of boards and commissions; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of law.</li><li>
Attends and participates in Billings Adult Municipal Treatment Court or other treatment courts as assigned.</li><li>
Responds to and attempts to resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Performs other duties as assigned, which may include civil legal work.</b></div></div><br>
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<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications and Skills</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b><i>Required Qualifications and Skills:</i></b></div><ul><li>
Juris doctorate from an American Bar Association approved law school</li><li>
Member in good standing with the Montana State Bar</li><li>
License to practice law in the state and federal courts in Montana</li><li>
Must be able to pass a Federal and State background check</li></ul><div></div><div><b><i><br>
Preferred Qualifications and Skills</i></b></div><ul><li>
Two (2) years of increasingly responsible professional legal experience in criminal law and/or municipal or other government law, or the equivalent</li><li>
Prosecutorial experience</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Physical Demands and Working Conditions</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div>Work is a normal office environment. Intermittent effort involving lifting of amounts between 5 and 25 pounds is required. Work requires high attention to detail and deadlines between 45% and 70% of the time. Office is fast-paced and caseload varies, but is frequently high volume. Incumbent may be exposed to disagreeable elements on an intermittent basis including, dealing with angry people, threats of injury or assault, violence, or offensive language. Driving is required rarely.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Some requirements in this job description may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required. To perform this job successfully, the worker must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The City retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.</b></div></div></div></div><p></p>

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