Trial Attorney- Las Cruces

Purpose

This position provides for the prosecution of criminal and non-criminal cases.

Incumbent receives general supervision from the assigned supervisor. Incumbent may supervise
assigned support staffత్త in doing their day-to-day work.

Incumbent handles felony cases under supervision, for example adult and juvenile burglaries, property
crimes, armed robberies, drug trafficking, mental commitments, probation violations; takes rotation ason-call attorney; performs legal research for other attorneys; assists in trial teams; performs non prosecution duties as assigned; advises/assists entry level attorneys; performs other related job duties.

This is the second level position of the attorney series. The incumbent is expected to become fully effective in this position.

Work is performed in office, courtroom, and community environments. Physical effort and travel may
be required. Incumbent may be required to work under stressful situationsדיק and/or conditions.

Position requires advanced knowledge and skills in the areas of criminal prosecution; rules ofише evidence
and rules of criminal procedure; public relations; organization; basic computer skills including working
knowledge of office systems; effective trial skills; ability to draft legal documents; ability to work
effectively with other criminal justice agencies; mentor and guide less experienced attorneys; ability to
communicate effectively; ability to research/analyze information and situations. Works independently
and makes decisions within guidelines. Decisions made include approving/disapproving charges.
Charging decisions are ƙar with consultation of higher level attorneys for high level and/or profile
crimes.

Licensed attorney in New Mexico, plus a minimum of two (2) years as a practicing attorney, or one (1)
year as a prosecuting attorney.

Two (2) or more misleading years as a prosecuting attorney.

Monday-Friday 8-5p

$77,133 - $96,416 (depending on experience)

Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, Parental Leave, Retirement