Deputy County Attorney - Attorney I

OVERVIEW

Cache County is accepting applications for the position of Deputy County Attorney Attorney I. This is a full-time entry-level attorney position which will primarily involve prosecuting criminal violations of state and local law in the County. The Deputy County Attorney works under the direction of the County Attorney in conjunction with one or more Chief Deputy Attorneys but the Deputy County Attorney will have considerable latitude to exercise independent judgment and initiative. The principal duties of the Deputy County Attorney are performed primarily in the office and the courtroom.

The Cache County Attorneys office is committed to providing Attorneys with training career development an unmatched working environment and competitive pay. Full-time employees are eligible for Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance. Personal time off begins to accrue the first day of employment. Full-time employees also benefit from contributions to the Utah Retirement System and/or 401(k).

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Deputy County Attorneys duties will include among others the following:

• Prosecuting felony and misdemeanor crimes;
• Undertaking pre-trial preparation from reviewing police reports making charging decisions and engaging in witness/victim interaction handling pre-trial hearings and conducting legal research
• Responding to legal questions from law enforcement agencies;
• Performing legal research drafting pleadings gathering and analyzing evidence and preparing writs subpoenas warrants petitions affidavits and other legal documents;
• Representing the State at arraignments bail hearings preliminary hearings trials sentencing and settlement negotiations;
• Interacting mediating and negotiating with opposing counsel judges office staff other agencies and law enforcement officers;
• Maintaining strict confidentiality in all cases and remaining in compliance with Utah Rules of Professional Conduct;
• Interacting with county employees visitors and the general public effectively and professionally

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The Deputy County Attorney must have graduated from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate Degree be licensed to practice law in the State of Utah (i.e. be a member of the Utah State Bar in good standing) compliant with continuing legal education requirements of the Utah State Bar; and succeed in a background investigation relevant to the position.

ABOUT CACHE COUNTY

Cache Valley is a beautiful place to live and work. Its a treasure trove of outdoor adventures hands-on heritage experiences and performing and fine arts. Our beautiful agricultural valley is nestled between two majestic mountain ranges and just barely off the beaten path. The city of Logan boasts Utah State University and access to outdoor adventure is unparalleled. You can work downtown and explore the Wasatch Cache National Forest in less than a 10-minute drive. That means endless hiking rock climbing birdwatching mountain biking skiing and snowmobiling. Our sizzling performing arts scene has gained us the reputation of Utahs Heart of the Arts with three historic theaters in one block world-renowned opera Broadway and touring productions.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The State of Utah is an equal-opportunity employer. Hiring is done without regard to race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity age or disability.

Reasonable accommodations are provided to individuals with known disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. For accommodation information or special accommodation to complete the application process please contact our HR Team at .

Veterans Preference (Utah Code Ann. 71A-2-102): An applicant claiming veterans preference must do by providing sufficient information to identify the type of veterans preference requested. Additionally a copy of the applicants DD-214 must be attached to the resume. If a disabled preference is claimed a copy of the applicants letter from the VA stating the disability percentage granted must also be attached.