State of Utah
Assistant Attorney General - Personal Assistance Fraud Prosecutor
State of Utah, Taylorsville, Utah, United States
Overview
Assistant Attorney General - Public Assistance Fraud Prosecutor. The Utah Attorney General's Office (AGO) Justice Division has an immediate opening for a full-time prosecutor in the Victim Agency Prosecution Section. The successful candidate will specifically work with the Department of Workforce Services prosecuting public assistance fraud cases. This position is located in Murray, Utah.
Responsibilities
Prepares cases by conducting legal research and gathering evidence.
Provides consultation, makes recommendations, gives appropriate advice, and/or facilitates decisions.
Determines 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.
Conducts conferences with defendants and/or attorneys and negotiates settlements.
Represents clients at formal or informal hearings.
May be required to travel to various locations and stay overnight.
Qualifications
Education: Graduation from accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree.
Experience: Minimum of three years of full-time experience as a practicing attorney. Criminal prosecution experience is strongly desired.
Bar License: Must be a licensed attorney in good standing with the Utah State Bar at the time of application.
Active membership in the Utah State Bar required.
Application Instructions To apply, please send a 1-page cover letter expressing your interest in the job, resume (maximum of 2 pages) and on a separate page a list of 3 references with email and phone contact information. Please do not send transcripts, writing samples, or other documents.
Additional Information
A conditional offer of employment will be made pending a satisfactory completion of a background investigation.
Must be able to travel as required.
Salary ranges by grade level (as a guide): I – $121,500; II – $127,700; III – $134,300; IV – $140,900 to $180,000 (depending on experience).
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Responsibilities
Prepares cases by conducting legal research and gathering evidence.
Provides consultation, makes recommendations, gives appropriate advice, and/or facilitates decisions.
Determines 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.
Conducts conferences with defendants and/or attorneys and negotiates settlements.
Represents clients at formal or informal hearings.
May be required to travel to various locations and stay overnight.
Qualifications
Education: Graduation from accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree.
Experience: Minimum of three years of full-time experience as a practicing attorney. Criminal prosecution experience is strongly desired.
Bar License: Must be a licensed attorney in good standing with the Utah State Bar at the time of application.
Active membership in the Utah State Bar required.
Application Instructions To apply, please send a 1-page cover letter expressing your interest in the job, resume (maximum of 2 pages) and on a separate page a list of 3 references with email and phone contact information. Please do not send transcripts, writing samples, or other documents.
Additional Information
A conditional offer of employment will be made pending a satisfactory completion of a background investigation.
Must be able to travel as required.
Salary ranges by grade level (as a guide): I – $121,500; II – $127,700; III – $134,300; IV – $140,900 to $180,000 (depending on experience).
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