Assistant Prosecuting Attorney - Appellate Division

Position:
Assistant Prosecuting Attorney
- Appellate Division (4915-31)

Location:

Cincinnati, OHJob
-31# of Openings: 1

Job Title:

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney (4915-31)

Hours:

Monday
- Friday, 8:00 a.m.

- 5:00 p.m.Starting Salary: $84,388.00

Annually:
Additional compensation may be considered based on experience.

FLSA:
Salary Exempt

Applicants are encouraged to submit a writing sample with their application. Previously filed documents, such as an appellate brief, are acceptable. If an original writing for this application, then format the sample as if you were responding to an assignment of error on a criminal topic of your choosing.

Assistant prosecuting attorneys assigned to the appellate division are responsible forrepresentingthe State of Ohio in criminal matters,primarily in the First District Court of Appeals and the Ohio Supreme Court, and also in the Hamilton County trial courts. They also assist the trial divisions with research projects and, when needed, matters being handledinthe trial courts.

Assistant prosecutors assigned to the appellate division have strong foundations in legal research, writing, and presenting oral arguments.

• Researching, writing briefs and motions related to, and arguing criminal appeals in the First District Court of Appeals. This includes appeals filed by criminal defendantsandappeals taken by the State of Ohio.
  
  It also involves occasionally serving as amicuscuriae in cases being handled by other jurisdictions.
• Researching, writing briefs and motions related to, and arguing criminal appeals in the Ohio Supreme Court. This includesjurisdictionalmemorandums and, whenjurisdictionis accepted, merit briefs. This includes both appeals filed by criminal defendantsandappeals taken by the State of Ohio.
  
  It also involves occasionally serving as amicus curiae in cases being handled by other jurisdictions.
• Responding to research requests from the criminal trial divisions and, when needed, assisting the trial divisions in the trial courtswithvariousmatters,including but not limited to,responses to motions to suppress, drafting pleadings, preparing jury instructions,andansweringquestionsrelated to evidentiary matters.
  
  This may include making arguments in the trial courts.
• Researching and responding to various post-conviction matters,including but not limited to petitions for post-conviction relief, requests to seal/expunge records, motions to vacate pleas/sentences,judicial release, jailtime credit,competency/not guilty by reason of insanity,applications for DNA testing,and parole matters.
  
  Thisoften involves handling hearings at the trial level.
• Keepingup to dateon new developments in the law, including keeping abreast of decisions from courts that impact Hamilton County and new legislation from the Ohio General Assembly.
• Assisting other assistant prosecuting attorneys by reviewing and proofreading pleadings,and participating in moot court sessions.
• Maintaining files and records of assigned matters.
• Working professionally withthe courts, court staff,defense attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and the public.

• Juris Doctorate.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to comfortably appear and argue matters before Ohio courts.
• Critical thinking and decision making skills.
• Fairness, strong work ethic, and high integrity.
• A dedication to serving our community and seeking justice with integrity.
• Ability to use Lexis Nexis for legal research.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office, primarily Word and Outlook.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Detail oriented, flexible and quick thinking, and ability to quickly learn new tasks.
• Good time management, with an ability to prioritize job duties to ensure accurate and timely completion of responsibilities.
• Ability to conduct business in accordance within State and Federal statutes and guidelines.
• Ability to perform all other duties assigned, delegated, or required of the Assistant Prosecuting attorney, as well as those prescribed by law.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and the ability to drive to matters taking place outside of downtown Cincinnati, such as Columbus, Ohio.

• Experience practicing criminal law at the appellate level.
• Ability to conduct thorough and reliable research.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex information effectively.
• Ability to produce clear,concise, and well-organized…