Part Time Prosecutor - Municipal Court, City of Camden
The duties listed below are intended only as general illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. Specific statements of duties not included do not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Job descriptions are subject to change by the City as the needs of the City and requirements of the job change.
• Reviews police reports, witness statements, and physical or documentary evidence to determine whether to proceed with prosecution of cases in City court • Prosecutes violations in City courts; prepares legal pleadings; researches technical and scientific aspects of evidence; negotiates plea arrangements; formulates trail strategies; and interviews and prepares witnesses to testify at trial • Conducts a variety of legal research, analysis, and document preparation related to cases, statutes, records, and related information to determine applicable arguments and potential case outcomes
• Consult with and advises City employees, victims, witnesses, and/or other interested parties on proper legal procedures • Appears in court to participate in prosecution activities, which may include trying cases, selecting juries, arguing motions, and/or performing other related duties • Cultivate inclusive and respectful working relationships that support a sense of belonging for all employees and community members • Maintain regular attendance and punctuality • Perform other duties
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Knowledge of: • Rules of professional conduct for attorneys • Rules of criminal procedures • Rules of evidence • Research methods • Interview methods and techniques • Municipal laws and ordinances • Municipal court methods and procedures • Legal theory • Negotiating methods and techniques • Trial techniques and procedures
Ability to: • Perform trial advocacy • Perform legal research and analysis • Analyze, appraise, and organize facts, evidence, documents, and precedents relevant to assigned cases • Strategically apply legal rules in court • Write legal documents • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, public officials, other government agencies, and general public • Prepare oral presentations and documents using original or innovative techniques or style; work on various problems simultaneously and bring them to a satisfactory conclusion
Send cover letter and resume to Vanessa Dixon at vdixon@camdensc.org.