Attorney II - Criminal
City of Boise

Job Info

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Summary Statement

The City Attorney's Office provides legal services and advice to the Mayor, the City Council and other city departments on a myriad of issues. Our Criminal Division prosecutes misdemeanor and infraction offenses that occur within Boise City limits, and also provides prosecution services to the City of Meridian on a contractual basis. Additionally, the Criminal Division provides police training and advice to the Boise and Meridian Police Departments. Our mission is to empower, guide, and protect the City of Boise and our community. Our vision is to provide the highest standard of legal services known for our talent, agility, service, and quality.
The City Attorney's Office is currently recruiting for an Attorney II Criminal. This attorney will performs all duties of an Attorney I Criminal, and administers more complex trials and motion practices or conflict felony and juvenile cases. Works more independently and requires less direct supervision.
This position is designated as At-Will.

Essential Functions

Handles criminal cases in court. Represents the City of Boise at all levels of the criminal process, including arraignments, pre-trial conferences, motion hearings, bench and jury trials, post-sentencing hearings and appeals. Handles a significant number of misdemeanor criminal and civil infraction cases. May also handle more complex cases and/or conflict juvenile or felony cases.
Prepares files for court. Reviews criminal case file. Conducts a criminal background check for each defendant. Reviews defendant's driver's license status when necessary. Evaluates strengths and weaknesses of each case. Develops an offer of settlement and negotiates a resolution when possible. Communicates with pro se defendants, defense attorneys, victims, victim witness coordinators, witnesses, police officers, judges, and clerks in a timely manner. Prepares unresolved cases for trial. Uses and updates the office's internal case management system. Assigns tasks to support staff and successive attorneys as part of case preparation.
Researches and writes memoranda and briefs on various criminal issues. Responds to various defense motions, such as motions to suppress or motions to dismiss, and files preemptive motions on behalf of the City. Responds to inquiries from general public or stakeholders in the criminal justice system.

Mentors Attorney I level attorney as assigned.
(100%)

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Total Percentage = 100%

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
• Two years of experience in civil or criminal litigation, or municipal governance

Knowledge

• Principles of criminal law, court rules and trial procedure, rules of evidence, rules of professional conduct, and legal ethics

Ability

• Perform the duties of an Attorney I - Criminal
• Communicate proficiently verbally and in writing sufficient to administer more complex criminal issues
• Write briefs and other complex legal documents
• Display an attitude of cooperation and the ability to work harmoniously with all levels of City employees and the public
• Operate a computer with demonstrated proficiency using contemporary databases, word processing and spreadsheets software applications
• Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance
• Complete assignments in a timely fashion; understand and comply with all rules, policies, and regulations; maintain prompt and regular attendance
• Perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation
• Capable of operating a motor vehicle safely and have an acceptable driving record

Position requires work that may be outside of, or extends beyond, a typical 8am to 5pm M-F workweek.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• Four years of experience in civil or criminal litigation, or governmental law practice managing a significant workload
• Demonstrated research and writing experience
• Experience mentoring or supervising the work of others

Licensing And Other Requirements

• Must be a licensed and active member in good standing with the Idaho State Bar.
• Must have a valid driver's license

Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Driving Record Check
• Education Verification
• Criminal Justice Information System background check (CJIS)
• COVID-19 Vaccine Completion

Working Conditions

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds. Also, the employee is frequently pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds and occasionally pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk and hear. Work in this position also includes close vision and distance vision. Employees will sit, stand and walk.

Working Environment
The work environment will include inside conditions. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position.

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