City of Jersey City

Assistant Municipal Prosecutor

City of Jersey City  •  $89k - $116k/yr  •  Jersey City, NJ (Onsite)  •  12 hours ago
Apply
Save Job
Mark Applied Mark Interviewed Mark Offered
Hide Job Report Job
AI can make mistakes so check important info. Chat history is never stored.

Job Description

Posting number: 1

Department: Public Safety

Division: Quality of Life

Job classification: Assistant Municipal Prosecutor

Posting type: Open

Categories: Attorney

Summary

The Office of Municipal Prosecutor of Jersey City is looking for an assistant municipal prosecutor to represent the State of New Jersey and the City of Jersey City in the prosecution of all criminal offenses, traffic infractions, and ordinance violations. The ideal candidate has a demonstrated belief in the power of prosecuting attorneys to be affirmative, proactive, and problem-solving members of the community with a positive effect on disorder reduction and quality of life enhancement.

Examples of duties

  • Conducts bench trials and pretrial hearings.
  • Prepares cases for plea negotiations, discovery fulfillment, trial, and all necessary aspects of litigation.
  • Prepares written motions, pleadings, arguments, code enforcement search warrants, and other legal memoranda.
  • Works on various projects assigned by the chief municipal prosecutor.
  • Participates in ongoing legal education to remain up to date on criminal law and municipal law.
  • Works closely with the police department and the City’s code enforcement offices on best practices for enforcement.

Qualifications

Required Educational Background: Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and admission to practice as an Attorney-at-Law in the State of New Jersey.

Supplemental information

Essential Skills:

  • Knowledge of and ability to interpret state criminal statutes, municipal ordinances, and related case law.
  • Ability to plan and put into operation the necessary legal steps on behalf of the municipality in important local prosecutions.
  • Demonstrated commitment to social and criminal justice and their current trends.
City of Jersey City

About City of Jersey City

The City of Jersey City was incorporated by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on January 28, 1820. Known as America’s Golden Door, Jersey City is the second-most populous city in New Jersey and one of the most diverse cities, if not the most diverse, in the entire country. As an employer, the City of Jersey City strives to lead the public sector in innovative, ethical best practices in a way that honors and respects Jersey City’s roots while decidedly moving it towards its ever brighter, prosperous future.

Our positions range from public safety positions within the emergency services and police and fire divisions (both civilian and non-civilian) to seasonal and full-time work at the City’s parks and recreation facilities, all the way to positions within the skilled trades and professional sector (law, health, finance, accounting, communications and information technology). And with everything from entry level to middle and senior-level management positions, we are always looking for more well-qualified personnel to join us!

Be a part of the team that helps run this great city by joining the more than 3,000 employees working together to serve our residents in the best way possible. With excellent benefits, a strong, unionized workforce and a management team, City Council and Mayor all working towards growth and improvement, Jersey City is the ideal place to start, continue or grow your career. If you love Jersey City, come work for Jersey City!

Please visit http: www.jerseycitynj.gov/ for information on current job listings, municipal services, permits, licenses, and records.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Jersey City, NJ
Year Founded
1820
Website
jerseycitynj.gov
Social Media