How To Apply
Do not apply through this website ! Send a brief cover letter, resume (including starting and ending month and year for each employment position listed) and a list of 3 work-related references (name, title, organization, daytime phone) to Lamoille County State's Attorney and
In your cover letter, please indicate where you heard of this position. The position is open until filled.
Overview
The Vermont Department of State's Attorneys and Sheriffs is recruiting for a Deputy State's Attorney (limited-service positions) in Lamoille County. If living and working in Vermont has been your dream, now is the time to achieve that goal! This is a very good opportunity for someone who is looking to gain courtroom and trial experience.
Summary Of Duties
Work is under the direction of the Lamoille 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. DSA's work to pursue best practices, innovative approaches and positive policies affecting the justice system. Must have excellent interpersonal skills, and demonstrate empathy, emotional intelligence and maturity, particularly in dealing with victims of crime and other vulnerable populations. Must have excellent verbal, writing and organizational skills to effectively manage workload and meet deadlines.
Compensation
This is a Limited-Service position, with funding for the position available during this fiscal year (through 6/15/24), and possibly for some additional months beyond that date. A Limited-Service position receives salary adjustments and benefits (health insurance (80% employer paid), retirement contributions, annual, sick, and personal leave, state holidays, life insurance, dental after 6 months, and LTD after one year.
Minimum Requirements
J.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 to continue employment.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The 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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