Job Number: 01-240315-02: Assistant Circuit Attorney - Diversion Prosecutor
Company Name: St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office
The St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Circuit Attorney – Diversion Prosecutor. We are a fast-paced office devoted to a culture of excellence interested in someone with 0-4 years of criminal experience ready to approach prosecution with a rehabilitative perspective. This is an excellent opportunity for entry- or mid-level attorneys who are interested in a largely non-adversarial role supporting positive outcomes for those charged with non-violent offenses.
Qualifications: Must be a current member of The Missouri Bar or eligible for licensure in the State of Missouri.
Duties: This position includes handling all aspects of diversion involving moderately complex, low-level felonies, including some victim crimes, representing the City of St. Louis, State of Missouri. Duties include but are not limited to:
• Review charging reports to identify participants for all diversion programming
• Investigate applicants by reviewing evidence, official reports, and web sources
• Explain programming to witnesses and victims to solicit input
• Make eligibility determinations
• Communicate with defense attorneys and judges at all program stages
• Work closely with Case Managers to oversee participant progress
• Attend Treatment Court staffing as part of a holistic team
• Conduct Treatment Court termination hearings
• Occasional court appearances
• Encourage attorney, court, and community support by educating same
• Work with community resources to develop/maintain partnerships to support program success
• Evaluate data to provide creative ideas for innovative future programming
• Evaluate programs to support efficient and effective program delivery
• Participate in continued legal education as required by the Missouri Bar
• Perform other duties as assigned
Salary/Benefits: Salary range - $72,500 - $87,500
Benefits include health care and retirement plan
Interested Parties/How to Apply:
Interested applicants may apply on Indeed or may send a cover letter and resume via email to:
caocommunications@stlouiscao.org