Performs professional legal work in the investigation, preparation, and
presentation of the cases prosecuted by the District Attorney; provides
legal advice and services to County officials; performs related work as
required. REQUIREMENTS: Doctor of jurisprudence degree, preferably
supplemented by experience in the prosecution, function, or any
equivalent combination of experience and training to perform the
described duties. Must be a member of the Oregon State Bar
Association. Valid driver\'s license. Experience as a Deputy
District Attorney or significant equivalent work. Specific experience in
criminal prosecutions. DUTIES: Prepares and presents cases for trial
which includes reviewing the case, determining if the investigation is
complete, interviewing and selecting appropriate witnesses, conducting
legal research, preparing witnesses to present testimony, conducting
direct and cross-examination, and drafting legal documents. Performs
in-take procedures which includes reviewing incoming police reports and
determining which charges, if any, will be filed and against whom on
behalf of the District Attorney. Prepares for and appears at various
non-trial court appearances such as arraignments, release hearings, plea
proceedings, show cause hearings, sentence hearings, mental commitment
hearings, juvenile delinquency and dependency matters. Negotiates
potential case resolutions with defense counsel/defendants as
appropriate and in accordance with facts, laws, and department policy.
- Prepares subpoenas, search warrants, and arrest warrants. Handles
show cause hearings on child support contempt orders. Prepares and
presents court cases in child support enforcement. Performs legal
research and provides legal advice to County officials on matters
affecting their operations; answers questions and prepares recommended
interpretation outlining facts and applicable law. Drafts ordinance
and other legal documents. Assists in developing policies for
consideration and implementation by the District Attorney. Provide
training, advice and input to the District Attorney\'s office, staff and
appropriate agencies, organizations or individuals regarding practices,
procedures, strategies, etc. Attend Grand Jury pursuant to statute
and prepare indictments as appropriate. On call to advise law
enforcement officers, respond to crime scenes, and prepare search
warrants.
