Deputy Prosecuting Attorney-Civil Division

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The Twin Falls County Prosecuting Attorney's Office has one full-time opening for a Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney. The Civil Division prosecutes civil cases such as child protection cases, civil asset forfeitures, involuntary civil commitments, and other civil matters. The office offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

• Perform all duties of a Prosecuting Attorney pursuant to Idaho Code; prosecute child protection cases including screening cases, filing petitions, conducting trials and necessary hearings.
• Prosecute and oversee contracts for county business including professional service contracts, construction contracts and general goods and services contracts.
• Prosecute forfeiture cases including screening, conducting trials, negotiating settlements.
• Provide legal advice to county officials and employees on a wide variety of subjects including probate, guardian ships, foreclosures, federal bankruptcy, county assistance, administrative proceedings, personnel matters, tax appeal hearings, etc.
• Represent the County in legal actions or litigation including probate, Tax Commission appeal hearings and Department of Labor appeal hearings.
• Direct staff in the preparation of pleadings, forms, orders, contracts and other paperwork.
• Respond to legal questions from law enforcement agencies; draft contracts, legal memorandums, pleadings and other necessary paperwork.
• Interact, mediate, and negotiate with opposing counsel, judges, office staff, other agencies and law enforcement offices.
• Draft and review county ordinances, zoning ordinances and conduct necessary enforcement proceedings.
• Perform time management and scheduling functions, meet deadlines, and set project priorities.
• Respond to questions from Commissioners, county employees and citizens in a courteous and timely manner; maintain strict confidentiality in all cases and comply with Idaho Rules of Professional Conduct.
• Attend Idaho Prosecuting Attorneys Association training to comply with continuing legal education requirements of the Idaho State Bar; attend various committee or panel meetings.

• POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
  The requirements

• Salary: $ - $ annually (DOE).
• Location:
  
  Twin Falls County, Idaho.
• Benefits include full health, dental, vision, cafeteria plan, health savings plan;
  Employee Assistance Program; wellness programs; life insurance; retirement plans such as PERSI pension and 401(k); and other benefits.
• Paid holidays and vacation, personal days, and sick leave accrual; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness; paid bar exam fees for new attorneys; paid annual license fees; paid CLEs and training opportunities; and a paid cell phone.

• Start date:
  
  Immediately.
• Closing date:
  Position open until filled.
• Apply:
  Resume and cover letter are required. Apply online  (attach cover letter and resume to your application); or call  for details. Ask for Angela.

The Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Civil Division, is an attorney position responsible for the prosecution of civil cases such as child protection cases, civil asset forfeitures, involuntary civil commitments, and other civil cases. The Civil Deputy Prosecutors duties include providing legal advice to elected officials and other county employees on a variety of legal matters including employment law, contract interpretation, federal regulations, and planning and zoning.

The Deputy Prosecuting Attorney works under the direction of the Chief Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, but has latitude to exercise independent judgment and initiative. Assistance is available from supervisors or colleagues as necessary. The principal duties of the Civil Deputy Prosecutor are performed in the office and the courtroom.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(illustrative only)

• Perform all duties of a Prosecuting Attorney pursuant to Idaho Code.
• Prosecute child protection cases including screening cases, filing petitions, conducting trials and necessary hearings.
• Negotiate and review contracts for county business including, but not limited to, professional service contracts, construction contracts and general goods and services contracts.
• Prosecute forfeiture cases including screening, conducting trials, negotiating settlements.
• Provide legal advice to county officials and employees in a wide variety of subjects including probate, guardian ships, foreclosures, federal bankruptcy, county assistance, administrative proceedings, personnel matters, tax appeal hearings, etc.
• Represent the County in legal actions or litigation including probate, Tax Commission appeal hearings and Department of Labor appeal hearings.
• Direct staff in the preparation of pleadings, forms, orders, contracts and other paperwork.
• Respond to legal questions from law…