Assistant Lawyer Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

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Office of the Attorney General Department of Law Assistant Attorney General - Prosecution Division - Gangs (Statewide) THIS POSITION IS BASED OUT OF ATLANTA (FULTON COUNTY), APPLICATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED FROM QUALIFIED CANDIDATES ACROSS THE STATE. The mission of the Department of Law is to serve the citizens of the State of Georgia by providing legal representation of the highest quality to the agencies, officers and employees of state government and by honorably and vigorously carrying out the constitutional and statutory responsibilities of the Attorney General.

• Prosecute serious gang crimes across the State from investigation through trial. This includes, but is not limited to, directing investigations, drafting indictments, filing and litigating motions, examining witnesses, and sitting as lead counsel at trial.
• Partner with state agencies, local and federal prosecutors, and law enforcement on gang investigations, identifying gang members, and prosecuting gang crimes.
• Collaborate with team investigators and analyst during case investigations as well as law enforcement partners and other agencies
• Work with regional partners to develop and enhance cases
• Review and coordinate search warrants, arrest warrants, and subpoenas for records.
• Work with the Human Trafficking Section, Organized Retail Crime and White-Collar Crime Section on cases involving overlapping elements.
• Interact with all levels of state and local government in a way that promotes respect, encourages cooperation, and contributes to excellent performance.
• Maintains relationships and liaisons with other agencies, departments, and the public according to Unit requirements.

Graduation from an accredited law school and Member of the Georgia Bar in good standing. (holding a minimum of two years or more of experience in prosecution).

• Five (5) or more years of litigation or prosecution experience, OR
• Experience in gang related prosecution

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All applicants will be considered but may be screened for the preferred qualifications of the position and may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected candidates are subject to a State of Georgia tax records check and a criminal background investigation. Only candidates chosen for interviews will be notified due to the high volume of applications.

The State of Georgia is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Minimum Qualifications: Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.

Human Resources reserves the discretion to close the job announcement before the closing date if a significant number of applications are received.