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Deputy Prosecuting Attorney

(Sebastian County)

Requisition DI 17135 - Posted 05/30/2025 - OFC OF PROSECUTOR COORDINATOR

Position Information

Summary

The Deputy Prosecuting Attorney works under the direction of the Elected Prosecuting Attorney and is responsible for maintaining a criminal case load and handling al matters associated with criminal prosecution, including court preparation, charging decisions, legal research as well as the drafting of legal documents.

Functions

• Receives criminal complaints from citizens within the judicial district for consideration of prosecution.

• Prepares complaint affidavits for filing in misdemeanor prosecutions.

• Maintains misdemeanor case load, including trial and witness preparation, filing appropriate motions and responses and trying misdemeanor cases and appeals.

• Maintains a felony case load, including trial and witness preparation, filing appropriate motions and responses and trying felony Circuit Court cases for the Judicial District.

• Reviews case files submitted by law enforcement and other investigatory agencies to recommend appropriate criminal charges.

• Drafts briefs, motions, and other supporting legal documents on criminal cases within the Judicial District. • Represents the State of Arkansas ni legal proceedings within the Judicial District.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of state and federal laws and statutes.

• Knowledge of Criminal Procedure.

• Knowledge of legal research and writing protocols.

• Knowledge of the state's legislative processes.

• Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply case law, state and federal statutes, legal precedents, and relevant legislative intent to agency legal matters.

• Ability to provide legal guidance and technical assistance.

• Ability to conduct litigation.

• Ability to prepare, present and review oral and written information and reports.

Salary

$85,943.00

Minimum Qualifications

A juris doctorate from an accredited law school.

Licenses

Licensed to practice law ni Arkansas and admitted to the Arkansas State Bar.

Official Court Reporter,

Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Division 6 - Sebastian County

Job Type

Full Time

Contact Name

Stacy Carter

Contact Email

scarter@sebastiancountyar.gov

The Official Court Reporter is responsible for the reporting of all judicial proceedings assigned to the judge, regardless of the nature, difficulty, or location for the proceedings conducted within the assigned judicial circuit. This position is responsible for preserving the court record and exhibits and, when requested, preparation of the official transcript of proceedings. As a representative of the Judiciary, the Official Court Reporter must maintain a high degree of integrity, decorum, and respect for court personnel, other agencies, and the public.

Certified Court Reporter, as required by Arkansas Supreme Court Rule in good standing.

Applicants should send their resume and contact information to scarter@sebastiancountyar.gov.

This position is eligible for most state benefits including paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance and retirement.