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CITY OF LAUREL CRIMINAL PROSECUTOR in LAUREL, Montana
The City of Laurel is accepting applications for the half-time position of Criminal Prosecutor for the City of Laurel to represent the City in criminal proceedings as assigned before the Laurel City Court; investigates, prepares, and prosecutes misdemeanor criminal cases; and advises City departments, staff, and boards on criminal legal issues. Work Schedule: Part-time (Approximately 20 hours per week.) Hours dependent upon scheduling in court. Remaining working hours to be set by Prosecutor. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Represents the City by prosecuting various misdemeanor criminal offenses; initiates prosecutions; prepares cases for prosecution; reviews reports and conducts legal research; prepares court orders, petitions, affidavits, and briefs; tries cases; determines and recommends appropriate sentences. - Prepares pleadings, conducts legal research, prepares briefs and memoranda, appears in court, and negotiates with other parties. - Prosecutes, negotiates, and settles misdemeanor criminal cases. - Provides legal advice and opinions as requested by the Mayor to City employees, City Council, and City boards and commissions on a variety of criminal legal issues; conducts ongoing legal research in connection with criminal legal issues pertaining to the City. - Participates in the development, planning, and implementation of criminal policies and procedures for the City; devises and implements systems and forms for most efficient operations as assigned. - Responds to and attempts to resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints that relate to criminal matters within the City. Required Qualifications and Skills: - Juris doctorate from an American Bar Association approved law school. - Member in good standing with the Montana State Bar. - License to practice law in the State of Montana. - Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Salary: $65,000 $80,000 per year. Salary at hiring will be dependent upon the applicant's education, experience, and training. (Non-Union) Equal Opportunity Employer.