Deputy District Attorney- Alamogordo

New Mexico Admin Office Of The District Attorneys

Job Location:

Alamogordo, NM - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The 12th Judicial District Attorneys Office is seeking an in-house dedicated and motivated Deputy District Attorney to procecute criminal and non-criminal cases in our Lincoln County office located in Carrizozo NM. This position is ideal for an attorney who has advanced experience and thrives in a fast-paced courtroom environment.

Examples of Work Performed:
Incumbent may prosecute all cases including high level or high-profile cases. Incumbent may possess expertise in one or more areas of criminal prosecution; leads special prosecutions assigned by the District Attorney; supervises or mentors other attorneys and/or staff. Incumbent may be required to train law enforcement assist law enforcement at crime scenes performs non-prosecution duties such as community outreach; participates on boards and task forces and other groups as assigned.

Working Conditions:
Work is performed in an office courtroom community or legislative environment. Some physical effort and travel may be required. Incumbent may be required to work under stressful situations and/or conditions.
Incumbent may be required to go to crime to the New Mexico District Attorneys Compensation Plan the position of attorney is At Will and serves at the pleasure of the District Attorney.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
The career prosecutor will have extensive and current knowledge in the areas of criminal prosecution; rules of evidence and rules of criminal procedure; organization and supervision; advanced trial skills; computer skills; audio-visual and office systems; ability to work effectively with other criminal justice agencies; ability to communicate effectively; ability to research/analyze information and situations.

Requirements:
Career prosecutor: Licensed attorney to practice law in New Mexico plus a minimum of six (6) years of relevant prosecution experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
Career prosecutor: Licensed attorney to practice law in New Mexico plus eight (8) or more years of relevant prosecution experience.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8-5p

Salary: $$140700 (depending on experience)