Assistant Prosecuting Attorney
David D. Hayes
Greene County Prosecuting Attorney
61 Greene Street, Suite 200
Xenia, Ohio 45385
Description: Civil Assistant Prosecutors represent Greene County boards, commissions, officials, officers, and employees in civil matters, including, but not limited to, litigation, statutory compliance, and contract and document review.
The Civil Divisions main function is to provide legal counsel and representation to elected officials, including all county elected officials, and township trustees.
Hours: 7:30 A.M. 4:30 P.M. Monday Friday (variable shift/hours may apply)
Salary range is from $65,000.00 to $75,000.00 depending upon experience.Responsibilities: Represent and advise the County, its elected officials and various departments, agencies, boards, and commissions of Greene County;
Handle select civil litigation in actions for alleged civil rights violations; civil tort actions; and contract disputes;
Provide legal advice to County officials, boards, and commissions on all legal matters affecting county government, including general legal compliance, employment matters, land acquisition and contract negotiation;
Represent county officials, county agencies, and county employees in specialized litigation;
Advise and represent boards of township trustees on a wide variety of matters, including land use and zoning matters; and
Perform all other duties assigned to, delegated to, or required of the Assistant Prosecuting Attorney.
Experience and Skills: Must be available to work in the office on a daily basis and have the ability to meet and work outside the normal working hours;
Must be able to work both independently and collaboratively and possess strong interpersonal skills;
Must possess the ability to effectively manage time and meet deadlines;
Must possess excellent research and writing skills and requisite understanding of relevant law and regulations;
Must possess qualities of fairness, a strong work ethic, have the highest integrity, and must also maintain client confidentiality.
Minimum Education: Juris Doctor
Candidates should possess a strong academic record, exceptional writing abilities in addition to effective oral communication skills. All applicants must be licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio. This position is full time; no private practice is allowed. Position includes full benefits, including health care, vacation, sick leave, and Ohio Public Employees Retirement System. Continuing legal education credits are also available. Mail, e-mail, or fax a cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references to:
David D. Hayes
Greene County Prosecuting Attorney
61 Greene Street, Suite 200
Xenia, Ohio 45385
(937) 562-5250
(937) 562-5107 (fax)
Applications must be received no later than May 31, 2024. Any applicant who has been licensed less than two (2) years must submit full law school transcript.
All applicants must also complete the online application at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/greeneoh
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE:
While Ohio has approved medical and recreational marijuana, the law does not require employers to permit or accommodate an employees use, possession, or distribution of marijuana. Greene County is a drug-free workplace. Employees are required to comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws regarding drug-free workplaces and while working for the County, will be required to follow the Countys drug-free workplace policy. Employees cannot work under the influence of, purchase, transfer, sell, manufacture, deliver, dispense, use, or possess illegal drugs, alcohol, marijuana (medical or recreational), or misuse/abuse prescription drugs in any way.
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