Purpose:

This position provides for the prosecution of criminal and non-criminal cases.

Supervision:

The incumbent receives general to intensive supervision as needed from their assigned supervisor.

Examples of Work Performed:

Incumbent handles a variety of misdemeanors and lower-level felony cases, such as DWIs and bad check cases, does legal research for felony cases for higher level Attorneys, assists in trial teams, performs non-prosecution duties as assigned, and performs other related job duties. Felony work is performed under supervision.

Distinguished Characteristics:

This is an entry-level position in the Attorney series. The incumbent is expected to become fully effective in this position within three years.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in office and courtroom environments. Physical effort and travel may be required. Incumbent may be required to work under stressful situations and/or conditions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

This position requires basic knowledge and skills in the areas of criminal prosecution, rules of evidence and rules of criminal procedure, public relations, organization, basic computer skills, ability to draft legal documents, ability to work effectively with other criminal justice agencies, ability to communicate effectively, and ability to research and analyze information and situations. This position works independently and makes decisions within guidelines, which include decisions to dismiss, proceed to trial, or negotiate plea agreements. Seeks guidance from assigned supervisor and/or higher-level attorneys.

Requirements:

Juris Doctorate degree and current license to practice law in New Mexico.

Preferred Qualifications:

Legal experience totaling at least (1) year.

Salary Range:

$75,193 to $117,490

Please submit resumes and letters of interest to Henry Valdez, Deputy District Attorney and Senior Trial Attorney, by mail to 105 Albright Street, Suite L, Taos, NM 87571, and/or by email to HValdez@da.state.nm.us