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Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I-IV Criminal Division Prosecuting Attorney Full Time

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Being a Deputy Prosecutor in Canyon County is more than just a job - it is an opportunity to make a real impact. Members of our team are dedicated to seeking justice, holding offenders accountable, and standing up for those who cannot stand up for themselves. We seek trial-oriented, dedicated team players who are passionate about protecting the innocent, appropriately punishing the guilty, and protecting the rights of crime victims. Canyon County, the second largest in Idaho, is warm and friendly, and neighbors great recreation opportunities in Boise, on the Snake River, and the Sunnyslope wine region.

The Canyon County Prosecuting Attorney\'s Office invites all interested and qualified persons to apply for a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in the Criminal Division. We are a fast-paced, high volume office looking for individuals who can dedicate themselves to our team effort. Interested individuals must be licensed to practice law in the State of Idaho. Compensation is DOE, but starts at \$72,488 and ranges up to \$163,280 annually, plus excellent benefits. Application period ends: Open until filled. Please include a cover letter, resume, references, and writing sample with your application. Applications and inquiries will be considered confidential.

Job Summary

The Deputy Prosecuting Attorney represents the State of Idaho as a trial attorney in the prosecution of criminal, quasi-criminal, and limited civil actions in Juvenile, Magistrate, and District Court proceedings and assist the elected Prosecuting Attorney in performing the statutory and constitutional functions of the office.

This is a multi-level class series in which incumbents may be assigned to any of five levels, depending on organizational needs, professional legal experience, individual expertise and skill, proficiency, and complexity of assigned caseload. Positions in these classes are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the entry level. Progression from one level to the next is at the discretion of the appointing authority, provided minimum qualifications are met.

Positions within the class:

Rule 226 Provisional Deputy is the pre-entry level in the Deputy Prosecuting Attorney (DPA) series, assigned to law students and recent law school graduates studying for the Bar Exam. Provisional Deputies are legal interns admitted under Idaho Bar Commission Rule 226 to the limited practice of law.

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I is the entry level in the (DPA) series, assigned to employees with limited previous legal experience who are fully licensed to practice law in the State of Idaho. This class is typically used as a training class and employees work under immediate supervision while learning job skills and tasks.

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney II is the first working level assigned to employees with at least the equivalent of one year as a DPA I. Under general supervision, employees at this level perform work of average difficulty in all phases of criminal, quasi-criminal, and limited civil practice.

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney III is the full journey level assigned to employees with the equivalent of at least two years experience as a DPA. Employees at this level are assigned increasingly difficult and complex cases and should require limited instruction or assistance.

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney IV is the senior journey level assigned to employees with the equivalent of at least three years experience as a DPA. Employees at this level are generally assigned more difficult and sensitive cases, are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the CCPA and require only occasional instruction or assistance as necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage assigned cases:

Perform screening duties, including review of incoming police reports to determine which charges, if any, will be filed against whom

Prepare complaints

Prepare witness list and confer with citizen witnesses and law enforcement agents

Research case-specific legal issues and draft motions, orders, and memoranda

Negotiate potential case resolutions with defense counsel/defendants as appropriate, in accordance with facts, law, and policy

Prepare questions, legal strategies, jury instructions, jury selection, opening and closing statements

Prepare witness for trial

Present evidence and argument at arraignments, preliminary hearings, hearings on motions, trials, juvenile proceedings, mental commitment proceedings, and Grand Jury

Supervision & Training:

Conduct legal research as necessary to stay abreast of court decisions and legislation affecting practice of criminal law

Conduct training for law enforcement agents designed to improve procedures fo

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