Assistant Attorney General

2 months ago

Helena, United States State of Montana Full time

Job Overview:

This is an Assistant Attorney General position with Prosecution Services and is responsible for preparing and trying major criminal cases, individually and as part of a prosecution team, with heavy emphasis on cases of a high-profile nature involving violent crime. The Prosecution Services Bureau provides a broad range of professional legal services, including training and trial assistance, research and consultation to local, state and federal law enforcement agencies as authorized by the Attorney General and mandated by law.

Assigned Duties : Conducts legal research on a broad spectrum of legal and factual issues in felony criminal cases before state trial and appellate courts, with heavy emphasis on matters involving violent crime such as homicide and sexual offenses.Special emphasis on issues of criminal law and procedure. Locates statutes and case law and analyzes for applicability to legal issues presented. Evaluates investigative case files generated by local law enforcement and the Montana Division of Criminal Investigation and determines if felony prosecution is warranted. This task involves review of complex forensic data in order to determine if prosecution can be sustained on the evidence. Communicates with and prepares witnesses before trial; collects or supervises the collection of information necessary for the conduct of litigation. Engages the services of the expert witnesses as needed with respect to forensic evidence or medical evidence with emphasis on psychiatric experts utilized in the prosecution of complex violent crime prosecutions. Engages in formal pretrial discovery, exercising discretion in determining when search warrants or investigative subpoenas are needed, and drafts and executes investigative subpoenas and search warrants. Analyzes legal and factual research to develop alternatives for case presentation and coordinates the conduct of cases to maintain consistency and organization of legal and factual case elements. Synthesizes legal materials and composes written briefs, pleadings and other documents. Exercises virtually complete discretion in determining the propriety of plea agreements and in negotiating such agreements to resolve complex felony cases prior to trial. Exercises virtually complete discretion in the prosecution of complex felony matters nearly all of which are tried before district court juries. Presents evidence, examines witnesses, argues objections and motions, and presents arguments to the court and juries. Prepares and submits jury instructions. Decides whether to appeal adverse lower court decisions, if allowed by Montana Law, or to initiate other legal proceedings based on analysis of applicable legal provisions and precedent, perceived chance of success, cost to the state, and alternatives to litigation. Analyzes resulting decisions for legal effect and impact on the interests of the State. Prepares and argues appeals in the Montana Supreme Court from cases tried by the lawyer in the lower court. Researches and prepares written briefs and presents oral arguments to Montana Supreme Court as needed. Serves as lead attorney on cases that are tried and supervise the investigative efforts of local law enforcement officers and Montana Division of Criminal Investigation in the preparation of cases for trial.

Other Legal Duties : Conducts training programs for local prosecutors on all types of criminal law and procedure issues. Provides advice and assistance to local prosecutors on issues relating to every aspect of criminal law and procedure. Establishes and maintains working relationships with representatives of federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, state crime lab, local prosecutors, the courts and defense attorneys.

This position may also serve as a liaison between the Department of Justice and the Legislature regarding the reporting of child abuse cases investigations to the legislature.

Minimum Qualifications:

Juris Doctor Degree. At least two years of specialized law and litigation experience. Admission to and maintenance of licensure from the State Bar of Montana. If licensed in another state, must be able to become licensed to practice law in Montana within one year of hire, or reasonable time. Individuals with 5 years of practice in another state in good standing are eligible to be admitted on motion. Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

Two years’ experience in the prosecution of homicide and other violent crime cases.

Special Instructions :

The selection procedures to be used in evaluating the applicant's qualification may include, but are not limited to, an evaluation of the résumé, a structured interview, performance test, academic transcripts, reference/background checks and fingerprint checks.

Additional materials, references or information submitted by the applicant, but not requested, will not be considered.

Successful applicant(s) will be subject to:

Criminal History Fingerprint / Name-based Check Driving History

HOW TO APPLY:

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Tip: When attaching your resume, you must mark the attachment as a “Relevant File”.

Your Résumé: Please include all work experience as well as job duties that demonstrate your qualifications for this position.Include dates of employment (month & year- start & end) and the reason you left each job.

A complete online state application is not required. To initiate an application, attach the résumé to be considered for this position.Failure to attach résumé will result in an incomplete application that will not be considered further.

Only electronic applications will be accepted.Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.

All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date.Please submit preference documentation to Terri Christianson at via .

To request an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office.

Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous

Medical, dental and vision coverage Retirement plans  Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays Pre-tax Flexibility Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program 

Relocation expenses are negotiable.

State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the .

This Organization Participates in .

Minorities are under-represented in this position and are encouraged to apply.

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