Deputy Prosecuting Attorney

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Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
Duties: Prosecutes child protection cases including screening for filing the appropriate petition, conducts trials and necessary hearings; Negotiates and reviews contracts for county business including, professional service contracts, construction contracts and general goods and services contracts; Prosecutes forfeiture cases including screening, conducting trials, negotiating settlements; Provides legal advice to county officials and employees in a wide variety of subjects including, but not limited to, probate, quiet title, guardianships, foreclosures, federal bankruptcy, county assistance, administrative proceedings, personnel matters, tax appeal hearings, etc.; Represents the County in legal actions or litigation including, but not limited to, probate, quiet title, Tax Commission appeal hearings and Department of Labor appeal hearings; Directs staff in the preparation of pleadings, forms, orders, contracts and other paperwork; Responds to legal questions from law enforcement agencies; Drafts contracts, legal memorandums, pleadings and other necessary paperwork; Prosecutes commitment proceedings regarding mentally ill patients; Interacts, mediates and negotiates with opposing counsel, judges, office staff, other agencies and law enforcement offices; Drafts and reviews county ordinances, zoning ordinances and conducts necessary enforcement proceedings; Performs time management and scheduling functions, meets deadlines, and sets project priorities; Responds to questions from Commissioners, county employees and citizens in a courteous and timely manner; Maintains strict confidentiality in all cases; Interacts with county employees, customers, visitors and the general public effectively and professionally; Performs other duties as assigned by the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.; Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. policies and procedures. Attends Idaho Prosecuting Attorneys Association training to comply with continuing legal education requirements of the Idaho State Bar; Screens felony crimes, assists with criminal work, grand jury proceedings and post-conviction relief; Prosecutes conflict cases in other counties; Assists the juvenile office with screenings and court hearings; Attends various committee or panel meetings.

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