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Applications will be
accepted until sufficient applications are received.
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THE POSITION:
Essential functions: Prosecute criminal cases on behalf of the
people of the State of Oregon in Douglas County; review criminal and
measure 11 police reports, determine if all investigation is complete;
interview and select appropriate witness’s; interview victims and
conduct legal research. Draft legal documents; file formal charges;
participate in all court hearings and all pre-trial motions; prepare and
present cases for adjudication and/or trial; advise law enforcement
officials regarding procedural questions; participate in case
investigation and evidence evaluation; advise and consult with other
staff; law enforcement and medical staff on criminal matters, court
policies and procedures and options for prosecution and disposition.
Requires regular and consistent attendance.
SALARY:
$3,836 - $5,590 per month depending on experience and training, plus
excellent benefit package including retirement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree. At time of appointment, must be a
member of the Oregon Bar Association and possess a valid Oregon driver’s
license.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of Oregon Revised Statutes, case law and administrative
rules dealing with the criminal law and related areas; knowledge of the
duties and responsibilities of the District Attorney’s Office; knowledge
of the principles, methods and practices of legal research and
investigation; knowledge of judicial procedure and rules of evidence;
ability to plan, prepare, present and conduct case strategies for
criminal or civil cases; ability to interpret and explain case law,
statutes, ordinances and procedures; ability to manage heavy case loads
and maintain appropriate records, logs and case files; ability to
establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees,
other agencies and the general public and the ability to communicate
effectively, both orally and in writing.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK
ENVIRONMENT:
Work is primarily performed in the office or courtroom, but also
requires traveling to meetings and Justice Courts. Position requires
bending, color identification, gripping with hands and fingers,
keyboarding, hearing voice conversation, occasionally lifting/carrying
up to 14 pounds, operating passenger vehicles, reaching, pulling,
pushing, climbing, sitting, standing, kneeling and walking.
DRIVING RECORD:
Applicants selected for interview will be required to bring to the
interview a Court Print driving history obtained from the DMV. Please
allow 5-7 days for delivery and longer for out of state.
PHYSICAL EXAMINATION: Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a
pre-employment chemical detection screen conducted at County’s expense.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
INVESTIGATION:
Finalist must undergo and successfully complete a thorough background
investigation including a criminal history check through the Law
Enforcement Data System (LEDS).
NOTE:
Some positions may require a credit check. If this position qualifies
for a credit check, you will be notified separately.
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