Assistant Attorney General - Criminal Nonsupport



Assistant Attorney General - Criminal Nonsupport

Salary

$54.00 - $84.00 Hourly

Location

Salt Lake County, UT

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

40407

Agency

080 Attorney General

Unit

2203 Criminal Justice - Family Justice

Opening Date

03/26/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Exempt

Recruiter

Ally Aldrich

# of Openings

1

Location

5272 South College Drive, Murray, UT 84123

Schedule Code

AG - Employees at the Attorney General's Office.

Background Check

You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Schedule Code Description

This is a full-time career service eligible position upon successful completion of a 12-month probationary period.

Benefits

This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.

Driver License Requirements

Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link: https://adminrules.utah.gov/public/search/driver%20eligibility/Current%20Rules

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128.

Job Description



Assistant Attorney General - Family Justice - Criminal Nonsupport

 

The Justice Division of the Utah Attorney General's Office has an immediate opening for an experienced prosecuting attorney in the Family Justice Section, Criminal Nonsupport unit. The position requires a minimum of one year prosecution experience.

This position requires excellent written and oral advocacy skills and the ability to try both jury and bench trials. Applicants should clearly describe their criminal law and jury trial experience in their cover letter, with preference given to those with experience prosecuting felony crimes. 

The successful applicant must be a member of the Utah State Bar prior to beginning employment and have demonstrated the ability to work effectively with law enforcement agencies. Background checks are completed as a condition of employment. Travel is required as incumbents will need to represent the State in criminal trials and other legal proceedings throughout the State.

*This posting will be open until filled and may close without notice.*

Example of Duties

  • 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, discovery, motions, documents and/or other written materials.
  • Receives, researches and responds to incoming questions; provides information, explains considerations, and/or facilitates a resolution.
  • Represents the state and other governmental entities 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, negotiate settlements, and with court.
  • Conducts, or represents agency at, formal or informal hearings and trials.

Typical Qualifications

(includes knowledge, skills, and abilities required upon entry into position and trainable after entry into position)

  • communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing
  • read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures
  • speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally
  • legal processes and procedures
  • applicable laws, rules, regulations and/or policies and procedures
  • civil and criminal justice laws
  • rules of ethics and civility
  • understand and apply case and statutory law
  • evaluate information against a set of standards
  • use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions
  • laws, legal codes, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, the democratic political process, and legislative history
  • perform legal research using case law and appropriate techniques
  • laws governing access to public and private records (Government Records Access and Management Act)
  • make a decision or solve a problem by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions
  • deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism
  • provide consultation and/or expert advice or testimony
  • rules of evidence
  • interpret and apply legal decisions and identify current and emerging trends in interpretation
  • principles, theories, and practices of judicial or administrative law

Supplemental Information

  • A Juris Doctorate is required.
  • Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
  • Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
  • A conditional offer of employment will be made pending a satisfactory completion of a background investigation.
  • Active membership in the Utah State Bar.
  • Must be able to travel as required.
  • Valid driver license required to drive a motor vehicle on a highway in this state per UCA 53-3-202(1)(a). 
  • Salary is calculated based on initial Bar admittance year, less any years not practicing law, as outlined below. 
    Bar YearBase RateAnnual 
    2021-2023$54.00$112,320
    2018-2020$57.00$118,560
    2012-2017$60.00$124,800
    2007-2011$63.00$131,040
    2002-2006$66.00$137,280
    1997-2001$69.00$143,520
    1992-1996$72.00$149,760
    1987-1991$75.00$156,000
    1982-1986$78.00$162,240
    1977-1981$81.00$168,480
    1976-Prior$84.00$174,720   

Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: Benefits. To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click HERE.

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Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. As part of this application process, you must upload your resume and a writing sample into your application profile. Your answers to the questions on this application must be supported by your resume or work history. "See resume" or "see previous response" is not an acceptable response to any question. Failure to follow these terms may result in disqualification from further consideration for this position.
  • I acknowledge I have read the above statement.
02
Are you a member in good standing with the Utah State Bar (or qualified under Utah Court Rule 14-809)?
  • No
  • Yes
03
What year did you pass the Bar? (Please list the state as well if initial bar admittance was not in Utah).
04
Please rate your level of experience with prosecuting aggravated felony crimes in state and federal courts.
  • None
  • Limited
  • Moderate
  • Extensive
05
Please provide details of your experience prosecuting aggravated felony crimes including human trafficking, criminal enterprises, domestic violence, fraud, sex crimes and abuse, public corruption, identify theft, narcotics, and firearms.

Required Question

Agency
State of Utah
Address
4315 S. 2700 W., Suite 2100

Taylorsville, Utah, 84129