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Acquisitions Manager Jobs in Houston, TX at Alliance Industrial Company
Assistant County Attorney-General Criminal
Little has captured the public’s attention more in the last few years than our criminal justice system. The Jefferson County Attorney’s Office is seeking justice-driven individuals who want to make an impact within that system. An attorney working in the General Criminal Division of the office would work in a fast-paced and exciting environment with the ability to get courtroom experience early in their career. Duties will include conducting interviews of officers, victims, and witnesses; evaluating evidence; reviewing relevant case law; conducting motion practice and negotiating appropriate dispositions of charges by acting as a minister of justice. As a prosecutor, they would have the opportunity to handle a variety of cases in Jefferson District Court from Disorderly Conduct to Murder probable cause hearings. On-the-job training in the courts, along with additional training and exercises outside of court, will prepare the successful candidate to conduct hearings, including arraignment, bond reduction, probable cause, and contempt, as well as jury and bench trials. In addition, the office sponsors opportunities for individuals to participate in national conferences and membership in law affinity groups. The Assistant County Attorney will work alongside court assistants, police officers, court clerks, judges, victims, witnesses, and members of the defense bar.
Responsibilities: Any Assistant County Attorney hired to work in the Criminal Division will be required to prosecute criminal offenses in District Court from inception to completion. Duties may include, but are not limited to:
Reviewing officer case files and screening for possible charges;
Conducting interviews of officers, victims and witnesses;
Evaluating evidence and negotiating dispositions;
Reviewing relevant case law;
Conducting Motion Practice;
Conducting hearings, i.e., probable cause, suppression, bond, contempt, etc.;
Trial practice, including Bench and Jury Trials;
Performing other duties as assigned by the Division Chiefs and Administration, and
Complying with the Kentucky Crime Victims’ Bill of Rights.
Requirements:
Law degree from an accredited law school
Must be a member of the Kentucky Bar Association or obtain a limited license to practice in Kentucky
Persuasive written and oral communication skills
Ability to multi-task
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Minimum annual salary of $71,000 – higher based on experience and expertise – plus considerable benefits including a generous leave and vacation policy, health and life insurance, parking, and, as a public service provider, eligibility for potential loan forgiveness through federal programs for those who qualify.
The Jefferson County Attorney is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $71,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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Title: Acquisitions Manager
Company: Alliance Industrial Company
Location: Houston, TX
