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Walla Walla County Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I or II in Walla Walla, Washington
Position: Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I or II
Salary Range: Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I: $5,879 to $7,879 per month Starting Salary DOQ, DOE
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney II: $7,849 to $10,178 per month
Starting Salary DOQ, DOE
Location Prosecuting Attorney's Office
Employment Type: Full-time (35 hours/week); FLSA Exempt; Benefits Apply
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Open Until Filled
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*Full Time Benefits Include: *• County pays $1,500 per month towards medical, dental, vision, life insurance and employee assistance program for employee and eligible family members • Retirement: Walla Walla County full time employees are eligible for Washington State Department of Retirement Services (DRS) • HRA Veba account: Employer contribution may apply • Wellness program • Access to MetLife Pet Insurance • Deferred compensation plans offered • Twelve paid holidays annually • Vacation accrual based on seniority (see Personnel Manual) • Benefited employees shall accrue sick leave benefits at the percentage rate of hours worked per week, to a maximum of seven (7) hours earned per month based on a thirty-five (35) hour workweek per County Policy 30.05.0
Visit Walla Walla County Website for detailed benefits information.
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*Brief Duties and Responsibilities: *Deputy Prosecuting Attorney with primary duties representing the State of Washington in criminal matters including juvenile, misdemeanor, and felony cases, and Walla Walla County in civil matters, including hearings, trials and appeals. Attorney acts under the direction of the Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney and the Prosecuting Attorney. The Deputy Prosecuting Attorney II is responsible for prosecuting a broader range of cases and more complex and difficult cases requiring more advanced trial and legal skills and greater independence in accomplishing work. This is an appointed, at-will position that serves at the pleasure of the elected Prosecuting Attorney. Supervisor Responsibilities: Position has no direct supervisory responsibilities; however, the position may serve from time to time as legal advisor to County departments at the direction of the Prosecuting Attorney. Position must ensure that any assigned Prosecuting Office staff comply with state laws and rules, including but not limited to the Rules of Professional Conduct.
Working Environment/Physical Abilities: Work is primarily performed in the office but may occasionally require work to be performed in the field and may require travel in varying weather conditions. Physical abilities required for this position are ones typically related to office operations including but not limited to manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate computers and other office equipment, ability to sit for extended periods of time, accessing filing cabinets both on and off site, and sufficient hearing and speech ability to communicate. Ability to lift up to twenty (20) pounds.
Minimum Qualifications: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and must be a licensed attorney in good standing with the Washington Bar Association. The County may interview applicants awaiting final bar admission.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid driver's license. Licensed attorney in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association. Must successfully pass a criminal background check and a driving record check.
For Application: Application, resume and cover letter required. Job desc