Logo
STARK & KNOLL CO LPA

Economic Crime - Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

STARK & KNOLL CO LPA, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224

Save Job

Overview POSITION TITLE: Economic Crime - Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR : Chief Counsel, Criminal Division

HOURS : Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

STARTING SALARY : $90,000 - 115,000 annually; Negotiable depending on experience.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

Bachelor’s Degree

Juris Doctorate

Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code

FLSA : Exempt

CLASSIFICATION : Unclassified

The Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office is currently looking for an attorney with prosecution (or equivalent) experience. Previous trial experience is desired.

Position Summary The Assistant Prosecuting Attorney (APA) in the Criminal Unit is an attorney interested in criminal law who has a firm foundation in legal research and writing, good time-management skills, and a willingness to participate in trials. The APA will operate standard office equipment, including but not limited to telephone, computer, laptop, printer, fax, copier, calculator, and other necessary office equipment. This position requires high levels of confidentiality. This position prosecutes cases of all felony levels. Cases handled include highly complex matters such as RICO, Securities, Ethics, Public Corruption, Embezzlements, Elder Theft, and other frauds.

Responsibilities

Handle a docket of felony cases.

Prepare cases for Grand Jury and/or trial, including contacting victims and witnesses.

Present cases to Grand Jury and/or trial.

Analyze legal issues.

Draft subpoenas and requests for records.

Represent the State of Ohio in daily court hearings.

Conduct legal research on various legal issues.

Prepare motions and legal briefs.

Work professionally with defense attorneys, court personnel, law enforcement agencies, and the public.

Core Competencies

Critical thinking and decision making skills

Detail oriented

Flexible and quick-thinking

Quick learning ability when new tasks are required

Prioritize all job duties to ensure accurate and timely completion of responsibilities

Good time management

Possess excellent research and writing skills with requisite understanding of relevant legal issues

Knowledge of computers and computer operating systems with ability to learn Matrix case management system

Must possess qualities of fairness, a strong work ethic, have the highest integrity

Maintain confidentiality

Able to conduct business in accordance with federal statutes and guidelines and the Ohio Revised Code

Able to perform all other duties assigned, delegated or required of the Assistant Prosecuting Attorney as well as those prescribed by law.

Physical Requirements The Assistant Prosecuting Attorney frequently types, handles materials, manipulates office equipment, and moves to and from and operates copier and fax machines. The Assistant Prosecuting Attorney generally works in an office and courtroom setting where the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The Assistant Prosecuting Attorney must be able to routinely travel around the county government and courthouse complex and be present in the office during normal work hours with attendance and punctuality of particular importance.

This offer is contingent upon a successful background check. This office observes COVID-19 protocols and may require employees to be either vaccinated or test frequently.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision and Behavioral

Health, and Prescription Drug Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Disability and Life Insurance

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)

Deferred Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off Accrual

Ten Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Company-Paid Training and Development

Commuter Program

Please submit resume and cover letter to

Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office - 373 S. High St., Columbus, Ohio 43215

PRAT-HR@franklincountyohio.gov

The Prosecutor is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on color, race, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, veteran status, marital status, a disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.

The Prosecutor has a strict policy against any form of unlawful discrimination. This policy prohibits both discrimination based on any of the protected characteristics described in previous paragraph, and retaliation against a person who opposes or complains about prohibited conduct or who participates in any way in the complaint, investigation, or reasonable accommodation processes.

The Prosecutor prohibits such harassment by or against all employees, vendors, clients and visitors. It is the policy of the Prosecutor to provide a working atmosphere free from discriminatory insult, intimidation and other forms of harassment

#J-18808-Ljbffr