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State of Vermont

Deputy State's Attorney - Rutland County

State of Vermont, Rutland, Vermont, us, 05702


How To ApplyDo not apply through this website!

Applicants must send a brief cover letter, resume (including starting/ending months and years) and list of 3 work-related references (including name, title, organization and daytime phone) to Rutland County State's Attorney Ian Sullivan: ian.sullivan@vermont.gov

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sas.jobs@vermont.gov. This position will be open until filled. Please indicate where you heard about the position.

OverviewThe Deputy State's Attorney represents the State's Attorney's Office in prosecuting criminal and certain civil offenses, child abuse and neglect cases, juvenile delinquencies, mental health proceedings and some other civil matters.

DescriptionWork is under the direction of the Rutland County State's Attorney. The Deputy State's Attorney represents the SA Office in prosecuting criminal and certain civil offenses. As a DSA, you will handle your own caseload and trials, exercise initiative, collaborate with co-workers, law enforcement officers, partner organizations, and social/community agencies. DSAs work to pursue best practices, innovative approaches and positive policies affecting the justice system, and with stakeholders to ensure best practices in alternative approaches to criminal behavior. Must have excellent interpersonal skills, and demonstrate empathy, emotional intelligence and maturity, particularly in dealing with victims of crime and other vulnerable populations.

Minimum RequirementsJ.D. degree and admission to the Vermont Bar, or a candidate who has successfully passed the Vermont bar exam by reading the law in Vermont. A candidate pending bar results or admission to the Vermont bar may be considered but will be required to pass the bar and be admitted in Vermont within a reasonable timeframe as determined by the State's Attorney in order to continue employment. Courtroom and jury trial experience is desirable. Must have excellent verbal, writing and organizational skills to effectively manage a caseload and meet deadlines.

Equal Opportunity StatementThe State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

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