What are the responsibilities and job description for the Attorney I - City Solicitor position at City of Manchester, NH?
Job Description
Grade 23
Works within the Office of the City Solicitor and with the Manchester Police Department prosecuting juvenile matters within the 9th Circuit Court - Manchester.
General Statement of Duties
Provides professional legal representation for the City of Manchester; performs directly related work as required.
Examples of Essential Work
Prosecutes criminal cases as necessary and appropriate
Prosecutes misdemeanor cases of the highest level of complexity;
Represents the City in pre-trial conferences, including research and negotiation with all parties involved;
Interviews police officers, inspectors or other parties presenting evidence for the City to ascertain that evidence is complete and adequate for presentation in court;
Discusses case results with other City Attorneys to evaluate and improve performance for future work;
Interviews complainants to determine whether or not there are sufficient grounds to bring suit under City ordinances or under State law for misdemeanors committed within the City limits;
Researches, prepares, and compiles proposed ordinances and resolutions and proposed amendments to existing ordinances; and more.
Acceptable Experience and Training
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Juris Doctorate degree; and
Some experience in municipal law operations, including some prosecutorial experience.
Required Special Qualifications
Admission to the New Hampshire Bar and in good standing.
New Hampshire driver's license or access to transportation.
Additional Experience/Information related to the position:
Juvenile justice and criminal prosecution experience preferred. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience collaborating with law enforcement, government and community stakeholders desired.
Grade 23
Works within the Office of the City Solicitor and with the Manchester Police Department prosecuting juvenile matters within the 9th Circuit Court - Manchester.
General Statement of Duties
Provides professional legal representation for the City of Manchester; performs directly related work as required.
Examples of Essential Work
Prosecutes criminal cases as necessary and appropriate
Prosecutes misdemeanor cases of the highest level of complexity;
Represents the City in pre-trial conferences, including research and negotiation with all parties involved;
Interviews police officers, inspectors or other parties presenting evidence for the City to ascertain that evidence is complete and adequate for presentation in court;
Discusses case results with other City Attorneys to evaluate and improve performance for future work;
Interviews complainants to determine whether or not there are sufficient grounds to bring suit under City ordinances or under State law for misdemeanors committed within the City limits;
Researches, prepares, and compiles proposed ordinances and resolutions and proposed amendments to existing ordinances; and more.
Acceptable Experience and Training
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Juris Doctorate degree; and
Some experience in municipal law operations, including some prosecutorial experience.
Required Special Qualifications
Admission to the New Hampshire Bar and in good standing.
New Hampshire driver's license or access to transportation.
Additional Experience/Information related to the position:
Juvenile justice and criminal prosecution experience preferred. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience collaborating with law enforcement, government and community stakeholders desired.
Salary : $69,368 - $98,902