Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - County of Hawaii

Purpose The County of Hawai‘i, Office of the Prosecuting Attorney is seeking dedicated public servants to serve as deputy prosecuting attorneys. Deputy prosecuting attorneys represent the people of the County of Hawai‘i by prosecuting criminal actions in the district, family and circuit courts of the Third Judicial Circuit on Hawai‘i island. Currently accepting applications for applicants at all skill and experience levels. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate Degree. Licensed and in good standing with the State of Hawai‘i. The ideal applicant will have strong oral and writing skills and legal research abilities, with experience in the prosecution of both bench and jury trials. Applicants must be ethical, team-oriented, self-motivated and independent, capable of making court appearances and working collaboratively with both attorney and non-attorney staff, and demonstrate proficiency in the operation of computer and electronic applications. Salary Salary commensurate with experience. Salary range is $98,508 to $174,852. Employees will be eligible for coverage under the Hawai‘i Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund (“EUTF”), Employees’ Retirement System (“ERS”), State’s Deferred Compensation Plan (“Island Savings Plan”), the County of Hawai‘i’s Flexible Spending Plan, and other benefits. Overview Deputy prosecuting attorneys generally begin their assignments in district court, which calendars traffic, misdemeanor, petty misdemeanor and criminal violations. District court bench trials are decided by a single judge. Thereafter, deputies are usually assigned to family court, which has dedicated calendars for domestic violence and juvenile cases. After spending approximately one to two years in these courts, a deputy may thereafter be assigned to circuit court work, which includes screening, charging and trying felony jury and misdemeanor committal cases. Training opportunities are provided. These include but are not limited to trial advocacy and areas of specializations such as impaired driving, domestic violence, crimes against children, narcotics investigations, violent crimes, career criminal prosecution, unsolved homicides, sexual assault, asset forfeiture, community prosecution, crime prevention, and specialty courts, like drug court and veteran’s treatment court. Deputy prosecuting attorneys are encouraged to be active in the state and local community bar associations, as well as other community organizations. They may be requested to teach or address law enforcement and other organizations about the criminal justice system. Roles and Responsibilities Develop and implement effective legal strategies by applying knowledge of legal principles, case law, judicial procedure, rules of evidence, and applicable statutes, codes, and regulations. Review law enforcement reports and cases for prosecutorial review. Interview victims and witnesses; effectively communicate case disposition and plea offers. Conduct court hearings, trials, and motions hearings and assist other deputy prosecuting attorneys. Respond to inquiries from criminal defendants, witnesses, law enforcement, and other attorneys. Research legal issues and provide legal opinions, training, and confer with law enforcement personnel. Office Locations The Office of the Prosecuting Attorney has two main office locations, Hilo and Kailua-Kona. There is also a satellite office located in Waimea. All three office locations are near the Hilo, Kailua-Kona, and Waimea courthouses. To Apply: If you are interested in applying, please email a cover letter, resume, and provide three references to Prosecuting Attorney Kelden B.A. Waltjen at contact@hawaiiprosecutors.gov . For more information, please call (808) 961-0466. The County of Hawai‘i is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.

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