Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on940, No 2 School House Road, San Juan County, Washington, 98250, United States
About the Role
San Juan County is seeking a Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecuting Attorney to lead the prosecution of all criminal cases within the district, superior, and juvenile courts. This pivotal role exists to ensure the fair and effective administration of justice by overseeing the investigation, preparation, and prosecution of cases, while also serving as a key resource for law enforcement training on substantive, procedural, and evidentiary laws.
In this position, you will act as the primary representative of the state in all criminal court proceedings, from pretrial hearings to appellate arguments. The role involves a dynamic day-to-day rhythm that includes reviewing police reports for legal sufficiency, conducting plea negotiations, drafting complex legal memoranda, and representing the county in violation hearings. Beyond courtroom advocacy, you will supervise legal assistants and victim advocates, ensuring the rights of survivors and witnesses are protected while maintaining the highest standards of ethics and professionalism as a public employee.
Application Instructions
To be considered for this position, candidates must submit a complete application package including a cover letter, resume, and a writing sample. Please ensure all documents are included at the time of submission.
Equal Opportunity Statement
San Juan County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Work location
Work model: On-site
940, No 2 School House Road, San Juan County, Washington, 98250, United States
Washington
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleTrain law enforcement officers on substantive, procedural, and evidentiary law
- check_circleReview police reports and determine legal sufficiency for filing criminal charges
- check_circleAnalyze new legislation and provide legal memoranda to county agencies
- check_circleDraft legal documents, jury instructions, and sentencing recommendations
- check_circleSupervise legal assistants, victim advocates, and deputy prosecuting attorneys
- check_circleConduct plea negotiations and manage probation revocation hearings
- check_circleRepresent the state in pretrial, trial, and appellate court proceedings
- check_circleInvestigate, prepare, and prosecute criminal cases in district, superior, and juvenile courts
Requirements
- verifiedJuris Doctor or completion of approved training as legal clerk
- verifiedAdmitted to practice law in the state of Washington
- verifiedAt least six years of practice of criminal law with significant experience in trying felony cases
- verifiedValid Washington State Driver's License
- verifiedPass a criminal background check
- verifiedComplete Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) training
- verifiedMember in good standing of WSBA
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Frequently asked questions about Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecuting Attorney at SAN JUAN COUNTY
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Day-to-day, the Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecuting Attorney at SAN JUAN COUNTY will train law enforcement officers on substantive, procedural, and evidentiary law; review police reports and determine legal sufficiency for filing criminal charges; analyze new legislation and provide legal memoranda to county agencies; and draft legal documents, jury instructions, and sentencing recommendations.
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To qualify for the Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecuting Attorney at SAN JUAN COUNTY position, applicants should have: Juris Doctor or completion of approved training as legal clerk; Admitted to practice law in the state of Washington; At least six years of practice of criminal law with significant experience in trying felony cases; Valid Washington State Driver's License; Pass a criminal background check; and Complete Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) training.
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Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecuting Attorney at SAN JUAN COUNTY is based in 940, No 2 School House Road, San Juan County, Washington, 98250, United States. This is a on-site role.
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SAN JUAN COUNTY has listed this Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecuting Attorney role as on-site.
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Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecuting Attorney at SAN JUAN COUNTY typically requires 6+ years of relevant experience at the executive level.
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About SAN JUAN COUNTY
San Juan County operates within the Government Administration sector, headquartered in Friday Harbor, Washington. As the smallest county by area among Washington's 39 jurisdictions, the organization manages a unique geographic footprint comprising over 172 named islands and reefs across approximately 175 square miles of land. Despite its compact size and ranking as the eighth least populous county in the state, the administration maintains a robust operational structure to serve its specific community needs.
The primary mandate of San Juan County government is delivering essential public services designed to ensure the health, safety, and general well-being of local residents, as well as the protection of the surrounding lands and waters. This mission drives daily operations across various departments dedicated to maintaining the quality of life in this distinct island environment.
The organization employs a workforce of over 200 individuals, including 12 elected officials and nine appointed department heads. To support these efforts, the county regularly posts vacancies throughout the year for qualified candidates seeking employment within the public sector. Current openings are accessible via the official SJC Job Openings page hosted on the Government Jobs platform.
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