What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Prosecuting Attorney position at Bonneville County?
Starting Salary: $85,000 - $99,000 DOE
Work Hours: 40 hours a week
Closing Date: Posting will close December 12, 2025 or when filled, whichever comes first.
*This posting will remain open until filled. Applicants will be reviewed on a continuous basis. As a result, the closing date may be adjusted based on the need to review additional applicants.
Bonneville County invites you to apply to join our dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our growing community. Whether you're passionate about public service, eager to make a difference in local government, or seeking a fulfilling career with ample opportunities, Bonneville County is the place for you.
Bonneville County offers a highly competitive benefits package to include:
- One of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit
- 12 paid holidays
- Generous vacation and sick leave that start accruing as soon as you start
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance! (full-time/30 hours per week)
- PERSI Choice 401(k)
- Deferred compensation plan
- Life insurance
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Student Loan Forgiveness
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Bonneville County's Prosecuting Attorney Office is a fast-paced work environment where an individual can serve the community, advocate and pursue justice for victims.
General Purpose
Perform working level professional legal duties as required to expedite the efficient and effective litigation of criminal cases.
Supervision Received
Work under the general supervision of the Prosecuting Attorney and/or Chief Deputy Prosecutor.
Supervision Exercised
Provide close supervision to Legal Secretaries on a project‑by‑project basis.
Essential Functions
Receive, review and screen reports and intake activities on criminal cases, etc. from local and state law enforcement agencies; assure proper legal procedures and processes are adhered to; determine quality of case and eligibility for filing to pursue legal action.
Manage personal case load assignments and projects; coordinate and cooperates with various county, city, state and federal agencies on special assignments, i.e.., drug task force, etc.
Prepare and try actions against persons or organizations arising out of criminal activities; interview victims of crimes, witnesses and law enforcement officers; recommend appropriate charges to be brought against accused persons or organizations.
Prepare for court by performing legal research, drafting briefs, gathering and analyzing evidence; deliver the County's case in criminal proceedings; attend and participate in arraignments, sentencing, preliminary hearings, trials and other court hearings.
Prepare writs, subpoenas, and other legal documents; may advise County Officials on some legal matters; submit regular reports, written or verbal, to apprise supervisor of status of assigned cases.
Provide legal advice to the Sheriff's Office and other local and state law enforcement agencies as directed.
Participate in general community education programs; deliver presentations at schools and for special interest groups; educate them regarding crime issues, drug abuse, etc.
May accompany sheriff's deputies or other law enforcement officers on assigned patrol shifts.
Ability to maintain regular, reliable patterns in work product and attendance according to Bonneville County's expectations.
Perform related duties as needed.
Minimum Qualification
1. Education and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate Degree
2. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Working knowledge of the principles of law and their application; criminal trial procedures and the rules of evidence; Idaho Code, constitutional provisions and local ordinances as they apply to county government and its operation; case law related to a variety of county government subjects; criminal law issues related to search and seizure, felony intake/screening; pleadings, etc.
Ability to successfully conduct the prosecution in all criminal cases assigned; present statements of fact, law and argument; gather and evaluate information obtained through research investigations, and interrogations; develop effective relationships with the public, government officials, and judicial personnel; supervise subordinates.
3. Special Qualifications:
- Must be eligible to practice law in the State of Idaho
- Must be accepted to Idaho State Bar
- Must meet all security requirements for access to NCIC systems and reports including background check and fingerprinting
- Must work on-call
4. Work Environment:
Work is performed in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls. Tasks require variety of physical activities, not generally involving muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, talking. Interpersonal communication is essential to job functions. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, discriminating thinking and creative problem solving. Exposure to potential stress inducing written, video, and photographic evidence related to criminal investigations is common. Periodic travel is required in normal course of job performance. The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
AA/EOE/ADA - Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
Salary : $85,000 - $99,000
