Assistant Attorney General - Special Prosecutions

Assistant Attorney General - Special Prosecutions The Utah Attorney General’s Office has an immediate opening for an Assistant Attorney General in the Special Prosecutions Section of the Justice Division located in Murray, Utah. This is a full-time, career service position with benefits. Membership in the Utah State Bar in good standing is required upon application. Preference will be given to candidates with prior prosecutorial experience in Utah State Courts. The type of cases handled in Special Prosecutions involve aggravated felonies, homicide, assault and domestic violence (both child and adult), communications fraud, crimes against state economy, forgery, theft, sexual assault and abuse (both child and adult), public corruption, identity theft, narcotics, and firearms. The following documents should also be submitted: Cover letter expressing the reason for applying (1 page) Resume (2 pages) Names of 3 References, email address and phone number (1 page) Please do not exceed the maximum page limit noted above or send additional documentation such as reference letters, transcripts, and writing samples. This position does not have telework or remote work options. Responsibilities Prepares cases by conducting legal research and gathering evidence. Provides consultation, makes recommendations, gives appropriate advice, and/or facilitates decisions. Determine needs in discovery, and/or completes discovery; participates in decision making and strategy sessions in preparing cases for court and determining evidence to be used. Writes or drafts correspondence, reports, documents and/or other written materials. Receives, researches and responds to incoming questions or complaints; provides information, explains policy and procedures, and/or facilitates a resolution. Represents the state or the employing agency in lawsuits, grievances, and complaints. Drafts litigation working documents; prepares documents consisting of concise decisions based upon facts of case interpretations of law and compliance with state and federal standards. Conduct conferences with defendants and/or attorneys and negotiate settlements. Represents clients at formal or informal hearings. May be required to travel to various locations and stay overnight.