Closing Date: 19th May, 2024

Description:

Summary:
A Government Entity is currently recruiting for an experienced attorney, Deputy I - Senior Deputy I DOQ to fill a key role in the department.

At the A Government Entity, we have a clear vision: to enhance the quality of life for all citizens in A Government Entity and to be leaders of fair prosecution and progressive prevention initiatives. We pride ourselves on relentlessly pursuing delivery of outstanding results in everything we do, and we know our organization runs on the hard work and dedication of our passionate and innovative team. At the Prosecutor's Office, we welcome, embrace, and respect diversity of people, identities, and cultures. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a reflex – not an initiative. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results.

A Government Entity Deputy Prosecutors represent the interests of the State of Washington in legal actions commencing with the pre-filing, investigative stage and continuing through the post-filing litigation process. Case assignment may include difficult criminal prosecutions of adults for felony offenses, including: sexual assault, domestic violence, and major crimes.

Supervisor: Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney

Hours of Work: Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM

Full Job Descriptions:

Deputy I - PA (https://documents.whatcomcounty.us/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=4788653&dbid=0&repo=WC&searchid=5ebfba98-b5d5-4d9d-93fe-932c4c027278)
Deputy II - PA (https://documents.whatcomcounty.us/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=4788655&dbid=0&repo=WC&searchid=9d7b1b6c-6e5c-452f-9995-8e6abdb3ed8b)
Senior Deputy I - PA (https://documents.whatcomcounty.us/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=3551130&dbid=0&repo=WC&searchid=a43a0100-ef69-40bd-bb27-2a62243bedf6)

Hiring rate depends on qualifications. This position receives annual pay increases to the next step in the associated salary range (https://www.whatcomcounty.us/DocumentCenter/View/36738/2024-Salary-Matrix-UNREP?bidId=) (apx. 3.8%) subject to satisfactory performance, in addition to any negotiated Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA).

Qualifications:

Deputy I:

Must be a member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association. Trial experience in criminal law desirable, but not necessary.

Deputy II:

Must be a member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association.
Requires two years service as a A Government Entity Deputy I in the Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney's Office OR three years as a successful practicing attorney with an equivalent trial background that provides the required skills, knowledge, and capabilities.

Senior Deputy I:

Must be a member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association.
Requires two years' service as a Deputy II in the A Government Entity, or five years as a successful practicing attorney with an equivalent trial background that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Background Check must meet Elected Prosecutor's criteria.

At its sole discretion, A Government Entity may consider combinations of education, experience, certifications, and training in lieu of specifically required qualifications contained herein.