Assistant Municipal Prosecutor

The Office of Municipal Prosecutor of Jersey City is looking for an Assistant Municipal Prosecutor to represent the State of New Jersey and the City of Jersey City in the prosecution of all criminal offenses, traffic violations, and quality of life ordinances. The ideal candidate has a demonstrated belief in the power of prosecuting attorneys to be pro-active, progressive, and problem-solving members of the community with a positive effect on the quality of life.

Examples of Duties

- Conducts trials and pretrial hearings. Prepares cases for trial and negotiates plea agreements. Prepares written motions, pleadings, arguments, code enforcement search warrants, and other legal memoranda. Reviews cases for negotiations, witnesses, and discovery. Works on projects assigned by the Chief Municipal Prosecutor. Participates in ongoing legal education to remain up to date on criminal law. Work closely with the City's code enforcement offices on best practices for quality-of-life enforcement.

Qualifications

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and admission to practice as an Attorney-at-Law in the State of New Jersey. Three (3) years of relevant experience in governance, enforcement, law compliance, and/or emergency services.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of and ability to interpret state criminal statutes, municipal ordinances, and related case law. Ability to plan and put into operation the necessary legal steps on behalf of the municipality in important local prosecutions. Demonstrated commitment to social and criminal justice and their current trends.

Benefits

The City of Jersey City offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health insurance, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, sick time, pension, life insurance, professional development assistance, employee assistance program, and other benefits.

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