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Oregon Department of Justice

Assistant Attorney General (Multiple Criminal Prosecutor Openings)

Oregon Department of Justice, Salem, Oregon, us, 97308


Initial Posting Date07/01/2024

Application Deadline08/01/2024

AgencyDepartment of Justice

Salary Range$8,298 - $16,113

Position TypeEmployee

Position TitleAssistant Attorney General (Multiple Criminal Prosecutor Openings)

Job DescriptionThe Criminal Justice DivisionThe Criminal Justice Division of the Oregon Department of Justice conducts specialized local, state, and federal criminal investigations and prosecutions and provides highly trained and experienced special agents, prosecutors, and analysts to fight crime across Oregon. The Division is the only agency in Oregon that has the unique ability to combine the skills of all three disciplines in a single agency to comprehensively address crime in our communities. The Division also provides outreach and training to citizens, victim service providers, and members of the law enforcement community to help ensure that Oregonians receive the highest level of service from the criminal justice system.

At this time, we are seeking current or previous prosecutors who are enthusiastic about working with federal, state and local law enforcement to actively investigate and prosecute a wide variety of criminal activity, including homicide, public corruption, election law violations, internet crimes against children, sex crimes, child abuse, officer use of force cases, complex financial crimes, and organized criminal enterprises. The selected candidate will evaluate and pursue criminal cases, including conflict and specialty cases, at the request of district attorneys throughout the state. The finalist will also provide advice and support to district attorneys and their deputies and present at trainings across the state. The selected attorney may be stationed in Salem, Eugene, or Portland depending on need and office space availability. There is also potential for remote work.

We anticipate hiring for multiple positions from this recruitment. The positions and their primary responsibilities are listed below. In addition, all prosecutors in the Criminal Justice Division may work on any case the office investigates and/or prosecutes.

Election Law ProsecutorThe selected candidate will be the Criminal Justice Division liaison with the Secretary of State’s office regarding election law crimes. They will lead investigations and prosecutions of election law crimes.

Organized Crime ProsecutorThe selected candidate will be part of the team that investigates and prosecutes drug, firearm, and organized retail theft cases.

District Attorney Assist ProsecutorThe selected candidate will be part of the team that investigates and prosecutes crimes at the request of district attorneys, including major persons felonies and conflict cases.

RequiredActive member of the Oregon State Bar in good standing on the effective date of appointment.Five or more years practicing law as an attorney.Demonstrated knowledge of criminal and evidence codes.Demonstrated ability to work well with people from a variety of disciplines (e.g., state agency personnel, law enforcement officers, county prosecutors, etc.).Excellent organization, analytical, oral presentation and advocacy, and writing skills.Willing and able to travel statewide, sometimes overnight, in order to meet case and outreach needs.Strong work ethic and commitment to public service.Able to successfully clear a comprehensive criminal background investigation and reference checks. Finalists will be subject to a thorough criminal background investigation, as well as thorough employment reference checks. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.This OAJA-represented position will be filled at either the Assistant Attorney General or Senior Assistant Attorney General level, salary range $8,298.00 - $16,113.00 per month, depending primarily on years of legal practice experience and other factors.

Application ProcessFollow the "Apply" link above and complete the application online and all supplemental questions.Attach your resume.Attach your cover letter.Attach a writing sample suitable for assessing analytical and writing ability. (Not required from attorneys currently working for the Oregon Department of Justice.)ALL APPLICANTS:

You will only have one opportunity to upload the required resume, cover letter, and writing sample. If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions, or need assistance with the application process, please contact doj.recruitment@doj.oregon.gov. Any materials emailed will be associated on your behalf if received before the posting deadline.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Department of Justice is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability, and is committed to workplace diversity.#J-18808-Ljbffr