Assistant District Attorney Job at County of Chester, PA, West Chester, PA

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  • County of Chester, PA
  • West Chester, PA

Job Description

Salary: $78,172.42 Annually
Location : Justice Center - West Chester, PA
Job Type: Full Time, Exempt
Remote Employment: Remote Optional
Job Number: 03396
Department: District Attorney
Division: District Attorney
Opening Date: 12/31/2024
Weekly Hours: 40
Shift: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm


Summary


The Attorney II will assist clients with their criminal cases from the preliminary hearing to completion, which may entail a jury trial, non-jury trial, or any other non-trial disposition such as a guilty plea, diversionary program, or appeal. This position must be responsive to citizens, victims, law enforcement personnel and the policies of the District Attorney's and Public Defender's Offices in the disposition of their cases.

Essential Duties


District Attorney's Office
  • Prepare and prosecute cases on the Criminal List and Miscellaneous List.
  • Respond to citizens, victims and law enforcement personnel.
  • Conduct pre-arrest investigations.
  • Handle emergency and investigative matters from law enforcement and citizens.
  • Adhere to the policies of the District Attorney's office in the disposition of cases.
  • Coordinate with other prosecution offices.
  • Enforce probation and parole violations.
  • Perform other duties, tasks and special projects, as required.

Qualifications/Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Experience
•Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
•Pennsylvania Attorney's License.
•Three years of job-related experience. Two or more years of job-related experience for District Attorney Office.
•Must have strong analytical, research and writing skills.
•Knowledge of the law (statutes, court cases, rules and regulations).
•Must be able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
•Must have a professional and competent attitude, demeanor and appearance.
•Ability to maintain confidential information and handle confidential matters.
•Ability to work as part of a team.
•Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
•Twelve hours of continuing legal education is required annually.
•A valid driver's license and use of a personal vehicle is required.
Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
•Previous public defender's office, or two to three years in the public or private sector.
•Ability to write clearly and concisely under tight time constraints.
•Knowledge of court policy.
•Knowledge or ability to learn about Chester County policies and procedures.
•Affiliation with Bar Association.
•Sufficient knowledge of law to work on cases independently.
•Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize.
•Ability to exhibit sound and accurate judgement.
•Ability to handle and resolve recurring problems.
•Ability to establish priorities.
•Ability to multi-task and carry tasks to completion.
•Flexibility.

Additional Information


Relevant background checks, clearances, physicals, drug tests, and any other assessments or evaluations will be conducted after an offer of employment is given per County policy.

Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have:
  • Basic Word skills
  • Basic Outlook skills (Calendar and Email)
  • Basic Internet research skills
  • Westlaw (legal research) skills
  • Court Management System skills

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, talk and hear. Occasionally, the employee will need to reach above shoulders, and carry or lift items. On rare occasions, the employee will need to kneel, stoop, crouch or squat.


There are no special vision requirements listed for this position.


Work Environment:
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
  • Work will be performed inside 100% of the time either at the office, in court, or at Chester County Prison.
  • Preparation for trial(s) can lead to a stressful work environment.

Other:
  • This position requires professionalism.
  • Confidentiality is crucial to this position.
  • On occasion, you will need to drive to and from locations using your personal vehicle.
  • Ability to work extended hours, as necessary
The County of Chester offers comprehensive benefits to our employees.
01


What is your highest level of education?
  • No formal Education
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • Doctorate or higher (includes Juris Doctorate and Medical Doctorate)

02


Do you have a current and valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No

03


How many total years of experience do you have working in a district attorney's office?
  • None
  • less than 1
  • 1+
  • 2+
  • 3+
  • 4+
  • 5+
  • 6+
  • 7+
  • 8+
  • 9+

04


Do you have use of a private vehicle?
  • Yes
  • No

05


Are you licensed to practice law in the state of Pennsylvania?
  • Yes
  • No
  • I have an out of state equivalency

Required Question County of Chester, PA

Job Tags

Full time, Remote job, Trial period, Shift work,

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