Assistant Attorney General - SECURE
FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $61.08 - $89.70 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site
Recruiter – Desi Crane | aghr@agutah.gov | 3852715803
Application Deadline – 7/12/2026
Key Responsibilities AssistantAttorneyGeneral-SECURE TheUtah Attorney General's Office hasa vacancyforanAssistant Attorney Generalto work in the Justice Division. The selected applicant willwork inthe SECURE Strike Force section.Thehumantrafficking prosecutorworks withtheSECURE strikeforceto provide supportto investigators andto prosecute human labor andsex trafficking, sex exploitation, racketeeringand identity fraud cases throughout the state of Utah. This position requiresexcellentwritten and oraladvocacyskills and the ability to try both jury and bench trials of a complicated nature. Preferencewillbe given to candidates with criminal prosecution experience, an interest in criminal law, and experience inpreparing for andtryingcomplex criminalcases.Thecandidate must bea memberin good standingwith theUtah State Bar uponapplication. Travelmay be required as the employee willneed torepresent theState in criminal trials and other legal proceedings throughout the State. This position has the potential for future cross-deputization as a SAUSA. Responsibilities Preparecasesbyconductinglegalresearchandgatheringevidence. Appear in courtfor hearings andconduct pre-trialconferences andnegotiate plea agreements. Conduct jury trials, bench trials, evidentiary hearings, and preliminary hearings. Provide consultation,make recommendations,give appropriate advice,and/or facilitate decisions. Determine needs in discovery; participate in decision making andstrategy sessions inpreparing casesforcourtanddetermining evidence tobe used. Write or draft correspondence,reports, discovery, motions, documents and/or other written materials. Maybe requiredtotraveltovariouscourtlocationsandstayovernight.
Qualifications A Juris Doctorate is required. Minimum of 4 years practicing as an attorney, with a minimum of two of those years as a prosecutor. (includes knowledge, skills, and abilities typically associated with thejob. Some listed qualifications may be required upon entry into position or trainable after entry into position) communicate information andideas clearly, and concisely, in writing;read and understand information presented in writing read,interpretandapplylaws,rules, regulations,policiesand/orprocedures speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listento,andunderstand, information and ideas as presented verbally knowledge of criminalprocessesandprocedures knowledge of applicablelaws,rules,regulationsand/orpoliciesandprocedures understand and apply case law and statutory law perform legal research using appropriate techniques and systems uselogicto analyze oridentify underlying principles, reasons, orfacts associated with information or data to draw conclusions conduct plea negotiations and arrive at suitable terms when appropriate and advisable make decisions orsolve problems by using logicto identify key facts,explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions dealwithpeopleinamannerwhichshowssensitivity,tact,andprofessionalism provideconsultationand/oradvicein team settings knowledge of the RulesofEvidence
About the Role
Location –
5272 South College Drive #200
Murray, Utah, 84123
United States
Background Check Required – No
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – AG - Employees at the Attorney General's Office
Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:
Utah Attorney General Office
If you are looking to make a meaningful impact while working in a dynamic, fast-paced legal environment, the Attorney General’s Office offers a unique opportunity. As counselors, protectors, and stewards, the Office plays a vital role in defending both the U.S. and Utah constitutions, protecting residents, and preserving the resources that make Utah special. You’ll contribute to upholding justice, advising state agencies, and safeguarding the rights and interests of Utah’s citizens. With responsibilities ranging from prosecuting corporate misconduct to enforcing public lands policy and supporting children’s justice initiatives, your work here will be both diverse and rewarding. Join a team dedicated to serving the public and advancing the cause of justice in Utah.
EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (385) 271-5803.
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