Description:
Position Summary: This position is a leadership position
requiring competencies exceeding that of a Deputy Attorney General This
attorney position represents the State of Nevada in criminal prosecution
proceedings in state court. Primary duties include drafting legal
pleadings, reviewing and preparing cases for trial; interviewing
witnesses; working with law enforcement officers; conducting preliminary
hearings, grand jury proceedings, and bench and jury trials.
Minimum Education and Background:
Graduation from accredited law school and licensed by a state bar.
Minimum of five (5) years as a licensed attorney. Valid state driver's
license required.
Preferred Experience and Skills Required:
Preference to those with current or recent criminal prosecution
experience. The applicant should have skills for reviewing and preparing
cases for trial, interviewing witnesses, working with law enforcement
officers, handling various stages of litigation hearings and a working
knowledge of federal and state criminal statutes, rules of evidence,
local court rules and criminal procedure. Must possess strong written
and verbal communication, planning, prioritizing, and executing
timelines without supervision. Must exhibit professionalism,
organization, self-motivation, punctuality, and leadership skills.
Physical Demands:
Mobility to work in typical office setting, use standard office
equipment, and travel. Ability to read printed materials and computer
screen; to hear and speak to communicate in person and virtually and
over the telephone; to speak in clear and understandable manner.
Reasonable accommodation available for some physical demands for
otherwise qualified individuals upon request.