Rockingham County, NH
Assistant County Attorney
Description
Join our team as an Assistant County Attorney for the Rockingham County Attorney’s office. Enjoy fantastic benefits, generous paid time off and the opportunity to work alongside accomplished professionals. Be a part of an organization you can be proud of.
Scope of Position:
Seeks justice with professionalism, excellence and pride, consistent with the New Hampshire Rules of Professional Conduct, American Bar Association and National District Attorney’s Association guidelines, as a criminal prosecutor with a concentration in Superior Court.
Example of duties
- Acts as counsel for the State of New Hampshire in criminal matters.
- Works closely with Victim/Witness Coordinators to ensure that all witnesses/victims are properly informed, prepared and supported throughout the prosecution process.
- Drafts indictments, complaints and pleadings.
- Researches pertinent case law, decisions and legislation.
- Presents investigations and cases to the Grand Jury; conducts Bench trials, Jury trials and all required hearings related to the assigned caseload.
Typical qualifications
- Juris Doctor from accredited law school.
- 3 years of experience in criminal prosecution, preferred.
- Must be admitted into the New Hampshire Bar Association.
Supplemental Information
Equal Employment Opportunity.
Mandatory post offer physical, drug and alcohol testing for new hire. Criminal records check required.