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What is the compensation?
Pay Rate: $44.62 - $55.00 per hour (depending on qualifications)
Part-time Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive the following great perks: a) free admission to the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating, and Provo Shooting Sports Park; b) a free Provo City Library Card; c) a 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only); and d) discounts from various local and national vendors.
What are the main duties?
Review assigned cases for civil action or probable cause; prosecute misdemeanors and infractions.
Review complaints, statements, police reports, and written subpoenas; authorize issuance of complaints or information; draft ordinances and other documents.
Coordinate efforts with various law enforcement agencies, government agencies, the public, attorneys, and other office staff.
Represent the City in court and at hearings.
Prepare pleadings, motions, orders, and other papers including briefs and memorandums for appeal proceedings.
File legal documents and papers.
May assist in more difficult civil or criminal legal work and in processing collections work.
Assist office staff as needed and perform other related duties as required.
What are the minimum requirements?
Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
Valid, lawful Driver License.
Must maintain active membership in the Utah State Bar Association, including admission to practice before all state courts, and when required by the City Attorney, the U.S. District Court for the District of Utah.
What are the hours?
Up to 25 hours per week, Monday through Thursday, during business hours (7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.). Periodic evening work may be required. Schedule to be discussed during interview.
What are the physical and environmental factors?
This position requires sitting at a computer and maintaining concentrated attention to detail for long periods. It requires court appearances and depositions in public and private buildings and exposure to stressful situations including strict deadlines, broad objectives, and dealing with individuals in highly emotional states. Work is performed inside an environmentally controlled building. May be exposed to unknown, dangerous, and/or hostile conditions.
What is the selection process?
This position is open until filled and will be closed when sufficient, qualified applications to proceed with a competitive selection process have been received (at least seven days). Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.
If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.
Why Provo City?
By planning growth thoughtfully and managing resources responsibly, we maintain a future for Provo that is vibrant, connected and welcoming for families, students, seniors, and business for generations to come. All of this makes Provo well-managed, friendly, economically vibrant, and livable for people at all stages of life. Visit provo.gov to learn more!
Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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