PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE STAFF ATTORNEY FULL-TIME POSITION

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Must be an Ohio licensed and practicing attorney in good standing with the ability to work well with law enforcement, attorneys, and the general public. Multi-tasking, strong case management skills and computer skills are mandatory. Prior experience in criminal prosecution practice preferred.

Must possess a Juris Doctorate and be a lawyer in good standing with the Ohio Supreme Court. Must pass a criminal background check through Ohio BCI and the FBI. Must possess a valid Ohio driver's license, must be able to drive self to and from court and other locations on a daily basis, and must maintain insurability under the county's vehicle insurance policy.

JOB DUTIES INCLUDE: Under the direction of the County Prosecutor or designee, this position is primarily responsible for performing professional legal work in preparing for prosecution and disposing of cases in the Sandusky County Courts, Juvenile Court, and Common Pleas Court. Individual caseloads will be assigned based on current staffing levels.

This position has a high degree of autonomy and must demonstrate an ability to work directly with law enforcement, courts, and administration. The successful candidate must possess impeccable organizational skills. This position may be on-call outside of normal working hours and is expected to assist law enforcement personnel, as needed, at any time of any day.

Makes charging decisions following review and evaluation of police reports. Remain current on trends and techniques in successful prosecution. Independently conduct trials and pretrial hearings. Interview witnesses, victims, and law enforcement officers, and presents arguments in court.

Must demonstrate professionalism in conferring with counsel and defense witnesses. Performs legal research and drafts written motions, pleadings, arguments, and other memoranda.

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