Description Amenities: The County of Northumberland offers a full benefits package including health insurance, prescription, vision, dental, vacation, holiday, sick, personal time, and retirement. Position Summary: The Northumberland County District Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for full-time Assistant District Attorney positions. Individuals will perform legal functions for the County through the office of the District Attorney Requirements Key Responsibilities: · Responsible for the prosecution of misdemeanor and felony criminal caseload from preliminary hearing through trial and appeal. · Prepares and argues motions and appeals in the Court of Common Pleas and Appellate Courts. · Works closely with law enforcement in the preparation and prosecution of cases. · Advises and counsels civilian and police witnesses, and victims in preparation for trial or pre-trial hearings. Job Requirements/Skills & Abilities: · Knowledge of criminal law and procedure required. · Ability to speak and write effectively. · Ability to present clear and logical arguments. · Ability to maintain effective working relationships. · Skill in persuasive communications; time management; attention to detail and record keeping. · Experience in prosecuting cases in a Court of law preferred. · Ability to research large amounts of technical material in an efficient manner; ability to worker under time constraints; to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing using a highly technical language; to work effectively with uncooperative parties; and to work with confidential information. · Ability to work independently to provide professional services to the county. Minimum Training & Experience: · Graduate of a recognized college or university and from an accredited law school. · Must be able to pass pre-employment background check and drug screening, as required by Northumberland County. · Licensed to practice law before the Courts of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. · Background check and fingerprinting Employment Category: • Part-Time