This position will be working four days per week. A Municipal Prosecutor acts as the City's legal representative and prosecutes cases in Municipal Court. This Provisional position will serve at will for a period of one year or less or there is potential this position will transition to a full time position within a one year period depending on business needs. Major Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities Essential Functions Handles a full array of criminal cases including traffic, serious misdemeanors and domestic violence, code enforcement, and animal control. Reviews police reports to determine appropriate charges and disposition. Prepares for and conducts arraignments, pre-trial hearings and bench trials, jury trials and sentencings. Enters into plea negotiations with defendants or their attorneys during pretrial conferences. Provides legal guidance to Police Agents. Interprets laws, rulings and regulations. Interviews victims and witnesses of crimes. Prepares pleadings, undertakes discovery and drafts appeals. Performs other duties as assigned, including some clerical duties as needed. Must be able to interact with others in a positive manner. Requires regular and prompt attendance. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Supervision Received Receives direct supervision from the Lead Municipal Prosecutor. Supervision Given None Essential Qualifications Education Graduation from a recognized, accredited school of law or will graduate within 6 months. Licensure/Certification/Registration License to practice law in the State of Colorado or ability to within one year of hire. Must have active attorney registration with the Colorado Supreme Court within one year of hire. Experience Experience working in a legal environment preferred. KSA's and Physical/Mental Reqs Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to effectively prosecute violators of municipal ordinances. Ability to learn the principles and procedures of municipal, civil, and constitutional law. Ability to learn the principal methods, materials, and practices of legal research and investigation, as well as judicial procedure and Colorado Rules of Evidence. Ability to learn local ordinances, state and federal laws, and constitutional provisions affecting municipal operations. Ability to learn to analyze, appraise, and organize facts, evidence, and legal precedents and to prepare, present and argue such material effectively in legal pleadings and before the courts. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, employees, court officials and the public. Ability to demonstrate reliability. Ability to transport oneself to off-site locations on an occasional basis. Lakewood application, a resume and cover letter are required. Ability to pass a background check. Must demonstrate regular and reliable attendance. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Lifting and Carrying Must be able to lift and carry notebooks, files and supplies weighing up to 10 pounds, using assistance as needed. Body Positions Stands and sits for long periods of time. Move about between offices and courtrooms. Bends, reaches and stoops to retrieve files, notebooks, etc. Hearing Must be able to respond to all communication (in person, telephone and e-mail, from coworkers, attorneys, court personnel, clients and others. Must be able to distinguish audible signals from equipment and surrounding environment. Vision Uses vision to read and duplicate reports and other written materials. Must be able to read computer screen. MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Remembering Must remember details of court cases, witness information, as well as legal terms and procedures. Language Ability Must be able to communicate clearly and accurately both verbally and in writing. Must read and interpret a variety of complex written legal documents, citations, reports, etc. Reasoning Must interpret and apply laws and established guidelines to a variety of situations. Must make timely and accurate decisions that may have a negative impact on others. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work in performed in an office setting and in the courtroom. Work may involve frequent interruptions and some interaction with individuals who may be upset, angry or frustrated. Position involves dealing with issues that may be highly sensitive. Requires communication with City officials, the public, courts, and other lawyers. Travel to meetings and to courts is frequently necessary. EQUIPMENT USED Telephone Computer Calculator