Attorney I

Job Description

Grade 23

Prosecutes misdemeanor cases within the 9th Circuit Court - Manchester.

General Statement of Duties

Provides professional legal representation for the City of Manchester; performs directly related work as required.

Examples of Essential Work

* Prosecutes criminal cases as necessary and appropriate;
* Prosecutes traffic violations, zoning violations and comparable cases in the courts;
* Prosecutes misdemeanor cases of the highest level of complexity;
* Represents the City in pre-trial conferences, including research and negotiation with all parties involved;
* Prepares cases for trial, examining law and evidence subject to review and assistance by a superior;
* Interviews police officers, inspectors or other parties presenting evidence for the City to ascertain that evidence is complete and adequate for presentation in court;
* Discusses case results with other City Attorneys to evaluate and improve performance for future work;
* Interviews complainants to determine whether or not there are sufficient grounds to bring suit under City ordinances or under State law for misdemeanors committed within the City limits;
* Studies City, State, Federal and general municipal law for information and precedents bearing on City legal problems;
* Researches legal opinions, memoranda and data for the guidance of the City Departments;
* Researches, prepares, and compiles proposed ordinances and resolutions and proposed amendments to existing ordinances;
* Provides legal advice to City officials and departments; and more.

Acceptable Experience and Training

* Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Juris Doctorate degree; and
* Some experience in municipal law operations, including some prosecutorial experience.

Required Special Qualifications

* Admission to the New Hampshire Bar and in good standing.
* New Hampshire driver's license or access to transportation.

Additional Experience/Information related to the position:

Juvenile justice and criminal prosecution experience preferred. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience collaborating with law enforcement, government and community stakeholders desired.