Potter County Assistant District Attorney
JOB TITLE: Assistant District Attorney
DEPARTMENT: Potter County District Attorney
SUPERVISOR’S TITLE: Potter County District Attorney
JOB CLASS: Appointed
HOURS: Full Time
SALARY: Negotiable
BENEFITS: Yes
SIGNING BONUS: $10,000.00
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This position will assist the District Attorney with prosecution of criminal matters including case preparation, management and resolution functions.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare for and handle hearings including preliminary hearings, pretrial hearings, trials and any other type of hearing at which a representative from the Commonwealth must appear when assigned to do so by the District Attorney.
- Prepare and file briefs, motions and other legal documents with the Court, as well as appellate courts when assigned.
- Communicate with local law enforcement during business and non-business hours.
- Respond to crime scenes and unattended death scenes throughout the County when required.
- Communicate with defense attorneys.
- Perform any other case preparation, management and resolution functions as assigned by the District Attorney.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
- Bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
- Member of Pennsylvania Bar and in good standing.
- Prior legal experience desired, but not required. Prior criminal law experience preferred.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS-UNUSUAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND/OR WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Keep up to date with ever changing status of the law, including new statutory enactments/revisions and caselaw. This includes extensive continuing education and training to keep current regarding all aspects and current rulings in criminal law.
- Be on call when requested to respond to questions of law enforcement personnel and/or to go to crime scenes and assist with investigations.
- Be able to effectively work with and be in contact with many members of government and the public.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time;
- Ability to frequently stand and walk;
- Normal manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination;
- Corrected hearing and vision to normal range;
- Verbal communication.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
BENEFITS:
- Salary
- Benefit Package as approved by the Potter County Commissioners.
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to the attention of Hon. Andy J. Watson, District Attorney, One North Main St. Suite 215, Coudersport, PA 16915 or districtattorney@pottercountypa.net. This job posting will remain open until filled.