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Posted : Thursday, March 14, 2024 06:32 AM
*OVERVIEW*
Position involves representing Douglas County in criminal and civil cases, including hearings, trials and appeals under the direction of the Prosecuting Attorney.
*ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS* · Legal adviser to the Board of County Commissioners, giving written opinions when required by the Board or the Chair touching any subject that the Board may be called or required to act upon relating to the management of County affairs.
· Communicate regularly with County officials and be legal adviser to them and school directors in all matters relating to their official business and, when required, draft all instruments required for their official use.
· Appear for and represent the County in all civil proceedings in which the county may be a party.
· Review law enforcement incident reports, make charging decisions, draft and file charging documents, direct follow-up investigations, interview witnesses, and maintain communication with law enforcement on assigned cases.
· Prosecute all criminal and civil actions in which the state or County may be a party, defend all suits brought against the County, and prosecute actions upon forfeited bonds and actions for the recovery of debts, fines, penalties, and forfeitures accruing to the county.
· Research legal issues, draft memoranda and legal briefs and prepare cases for litigation for self and other attorneys as required.
· Present and conduct administrative proceedings.
· Try cases, perfect appeals, and present and conduct courtroom proceedings necessary for the hearing of assigned cases.
· Determine strategy, including organization, timing and order of evidence presentation, appearance of witnesses and related factors.
· Ensure the Prosecuting Attorney and other concerned parties are informed of case progress and direction.
· Perform other duties as directed or required.
· This list is illustrative and not a comprehensive listing of all functions / tasks performed in this position.
*KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS* · Advanced skills with computers and software with an emphasis in the MS Office Suite.
· Strong English language skills, both oral and written.
· Ability to organize and plan multiple tasks and responsibilities.
· Strong public relations, customer service, and telephone skills in stressful situations.
· Effectively deal with people who may be emotionally charged by issues and information.
· Establish and maintain effective working relationships and good public relations with other employees, agencies, property owners, and the general public.
· Ability to successfully perform responsible and complex work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative without supervision.
· Maintain composure under stressful situations and provide problem-solving techniques.
· Meet deadlines while maintaining flexibility necessary to accommodate any given situation.
· Attend meetings and training in and outside the Douglas County area.
· Projection of a professional image.
*Supervisory Responsibility* · This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
*PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS* · Work is performed independently in an office setting with extended periods of sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, walking, and lifting (up to 40 pounds waist high).
· Driving, climbing stairs, and walking outdoors on uneven terrain in a variety of weather conditions.
· May work an alternative schedule at the sole discretion of the County.
· Potential for working evenings, occasional weekends, holidays, overtime, and out of town travel.
· Work environment may be stressful in striving to meet deadlines, staffing demands and response to public.
· Travel outside of the Douglas County area.
*LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER RECRUITING REQUIREMENTS* · Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and membership in good standing with the Washington Bar Association.
· One year’s experience practicing criminal and/or juvenile law in Washington courts.
· Valid Washington State driver's license.
· Satisfactory criminal background check required as job offer condition.
*CLOSING STATEMENT* This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Application and Resume must be submitted online at: Douglas County Employment Opportunities _This description reflects management’s assignment to reflect general details necessary to describe principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skills typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered all-inclusive.
Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas, to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or to balance workloads.
Management reserves the sole right to add, modify or exclude any duties at any time with or without notice.
Nothing in this job description, nor by completion of any job requirements by the employee, is intended to create a contract of employment.
Douglas County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Our objective is to provide equal opportunity in all terms, conditions and privileges of employment for qualified applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age__(40 or older), disability or genetic information, or status as a protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local laws.
_ Benefits: · 100% Employee Medical Coverage – Four (4) medical plan options · 100% Employee Dental Coverage with Delta Dental · Washington State Department of Retirement System – PERS / PSERS Eligible position (Employer / Employee contribution) · 2.
5% Deferred Compensation · VEBA – Health Savings Plan starting $125 per month county contribution · Life and Accidental Death Insurance – Mutual of Omaha · Flexible Spending Plan: Pre-tax insurance premiums / Health Care Account / Dependent Care · Available AFLAC Plans · Employee Assistance Plan · 10 Holidays, 1 Floating Holiday · 8 hours Sick Leave accrual per month · 8 Hours to start, then up to 15 hours of annual leave accrual per month.
· Longevity after 5 years $35.
50/month, progresses up to 30 years $377.
50/month · VSP Vision plan available.
· Bilingual Pay 2024 COLA 3.
5% Job Type: Full-time Pay: $8,722.
00 - $9,571.
00 per month Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Overtime Ability to commute/relocate: * Waterville, WA 98858: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
*ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS* · Legal adviser to the Board of County Commissioners, giving written opinions when required by the Board or the Chair touching any subject that the Board may be called or required to act upon relating to the management of County affairs.
· Communicate regularly with County officials and be legal adviser to them and school directors in all matters relating to their official business and, when required, draft all instruments required for their official use.
· Appear for and represent the County in all civil proceedings in which the county may be a party.
· Review law enforcement incident reports, make charging decisions, draft and file charging documents, direct follow-up investigations, interview witnesses, and maintain communication with law enforcement on assigned cases.
· Prosecute all criminal and civil actions in which the state or County may be a party, defend all suits brought against the County, and prosecute actions upon forfeited bonds and actions for the recovery of debts, fines, penalties, and forfeitures accruing to the county.
· Research legal issues, draft memoranda and legal briefs and prepare cases for litigation for self and other attorneys as required.
· Present and conduct administrative proceedings.
· Try cases, perfect appeals, and present and conduct courtroom proceedings necessary for the hearing of assigned cases.
· Determine strategy, including organization, timing and order of evidence presentation, appearance of witnesses and related factors.
· Ensure the Prosecuting Attorney and other concerned parties are informed of case progress and direction.
· Perform other duties as directed or required.
· This list is illustrative and not a comprehensive listing of all functions / tasks performed in this position.
*KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS* · Advanced skills with computers and software with an emphasis in the MS Office Suite.
· Strong English language skills, both oral and written.
· Ability to organize and plan multiple tasks and responsibilities.
· Strong public relations, customer service, and telephone skills in stressful situations.
· Effectively deal with people who may be emotionally charged by issues and information.
· Establish and maintain effective working relationships and good public relations with other employees, agencies, property owners, and the general public.
· Ability to successfully perform responsible and complex work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative without supervision.
· Maintain composure under stressful situations and provide problem-solving techniques.
· Meet deadlines while maintaining flexibility necessary to accommodate any given situation.
· Attend meetings and training in and outside the Douglas County area.
· Projection of a professional image.
*Supervisory Responsibility* · This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
*PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS* · Work is performed independently in an office setting with extended periods of sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, walking, and lifting (up to 40 pounds waist high).
· Driving, climbing stairs, and walking outdoors on uneven terrain in a variety of weather conditions.
· May work an alternative schedule at the sole discretion of the County.
· Potential for working evenings, occasional weekends, holidays, overtime, and out of town travel.
· Work environment may be stressful in striving to meet deadlines, staffing demands and response to public.
· Travel outside of the Douglas County area.
*LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER RECRUITING REQUIREMENTS* · Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and membership in good standing with the Washington Bar Association.
· One year’s experience practicing criminal and/or juvenile law in Washington courts.
· Valid Washington State driver's license.
· Satisfactory criminal background check required as job offer condition.
*CLOSING STATEMENT* This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Application and Resume must be submitted online at: Douglas County Employment Opportunities _This description reflects management’s assignment to reflect general details necessary to describe principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skills typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered all-inclusive.
Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas, to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or to balance workloads.
Management reserves the sole right to add, modify or exclude any duties at any time with or without notice.
Nothing in this job description, nor by completion of any job requirements by the employee, is intended to create a contract of employment.
Douglas County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Our objective is to provide equal opportunity in all terms, conditions and privileges of employment for qualified applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age__(40 or older), disability or genetic information, or status as a protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local laws.
_ Benefits: · 100% Employee Medical Coverage – Four (4) medical plan options · 100% Employee Dental Coverage with Delta Dental · Washington State Department of Retirement System – PERS / PSERS Eligible position (Employer / Employee contribution) · 2.
5% Deferred Compensation · VEBA – Health Savings Plan starting $125 per month county contribution · Life and Accidental Death Insurance – Mutual of Omaha · Flexible Spending Plan: Pre-tax insurance premiums / Health Care Account / Dependent Care · Available AFLAC Plans · Employee Assistance Plan · 10 Holidays, 1 Floating Holiday · 8 hours Sick Leave accrual per month · 8 Hours to start, then up to 15 hours of annual leave accrual per month.
· Longevity after 5 years $35.
50/month, progresses up to 30 years $377.
50/month · VSP Vision plan available.
· Bilingual Pay 2024 COLA 3.
5% Job Type: Full-time Pay: $8,722.
00 - $9,571.
00 per month Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Overtime Ability to commute/relocate: * Waterville, WA 98858: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
• Phone : NA
• Location : 203 S Rainier St, Waterville, WA
• Post ID: 9006245416
