Attorney - Juvenile Prosecutor - Kootenai County

ATTORNEY – JUVENILE PROSECUTOR

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APPLY ONLINE AND ATTACH COVER LETTER, RESUME, AND WRITING SAMPLE

THE POSITION: The Juvenile Prosecutor is responsible for reviewing police reports and initiating cases related to Juvenile matters, Child Protection issues, and Mental Commitments. This role involves interviewing victims and witnesses to assess testimony, preparing them for testimony, and keeping them informed about case progress. The attorney studies and applies relevant laws, court decisions, and legal authorities in the preparation of various legal documents, such as opinions, petitions, motions, and briefs. Additionally, the position includes conducting post-conviction proceedings, thoroughly preparing cases for hearings, and initiating case files with necessary documentation. The attorney also oversees the preparation of correspondence, pleadings, and reports, ensuring effective legal representation throughout the legal process.

• $85,696 to $104,561 per year depending on experience
• Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI), a pension plan with five year vesting, 11.18% employer contribution, and a lifetime payout upon retirement
• Excellent and comprehensive benefits package. For example, employee-only medical/dental/vision premium of only $55.33 per month (nicotine free rate).  View our entire benefits package. 
• 40 hours of paid vacation after 6 months of full-time employment
• Do you have student loan debt? This position is Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible allowing employees who qualify 100% student loan forgiveness 
• Promoting work-life balance 4x10 schedule available for attorneys demonstrating proficiency and reliability 

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DO YOU QUALIFY?

• Do you have a Juris-doctorate degree from an accredited law school and a Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university and a preferred one year related experience and/or training? 
• Have you successfully passed the Idaho State Bar examination or otherwise been admitted to practice law in Idaho?
• Do you have or have the ability to obtain a valid driver’s license and are you insurable?

YOU MAY BE THE RIGHT CANDIDATE IF:

• You are licensed to practice as an attorney in the State of Idaho
• You are committed to justice
• You are able to successfully pass a criminal background check and mandatory pre-employment drug test
• You are able to work as required including evenings, weekends and on-call

CONTACT US:

Human Resources (208)446-1640

kcrecruit@kcgov.us

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OUR LOCATION:  Our office is located Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, just blocks from the stunning Lake Coeur d’Alene, known for its beauty and summer warmth. Our office is nestled in the charming downtown area, perfect for lunchtime walks to parks and shops. Coeur d’Alene is a quick 45-minute drive from Spokane, Washington, a vibrant city with an international airport and large city amenities. The area offers abundant outdoor activities, from hiking and biking trails to lakes, rivers, and national forests perfect for fishing and hunting. For winter enthusiasts, three ski resorts await within a about hour or less north or west of Coeur d’Alene, with two more close to Spokane. Coeur d’Alene attracts residents from all corners of the country for its exceptional lifestyle.

TO APPLY: Apply online at https://www.kcgov.us/356/Employment-Opportunities Attach cover letter, resume and writing sample to online application in order to be considered.  Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check and mandatory pre-employment and subsequent drug tests.

EOE/Vets Preference/Drug Free Workplace