Assistant District Attorney
Agency
District Attorney
Division
DISTRICT ATTORNEY 29
Job Classification Title
Assistant District Attorney (NS)
Position Number
Grade
Location
This position can be located in Moore or Hoke County.
Description of Work
The Office of the District Attorney, Prosecutorial District 29, seeks a qualified attorney to prosecute criminal cases. Duties include but are not limited to the following:
- Screen incoming cases using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of case facts.
- Research and identify precedence in case law.
- Utilize and evaluate electronic legal research and other research tools.
- Prepare cases for trial.
- Write and file any appropriate motions.
- Organize work; set priorities; meet critical deadlines; follow up on assignments.
- Meet with victims of crime.
Caseload may include district and superior court cases.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Knowledge of:
- Federal, state, common, and constitutional law;
- Judicial procedures and rules of evidence;
- Case, statutory, and common law;
- NC General Statutes for prosecuting criminal cases;
- Judicial and quasi‑judicial procedures;
- Legal research methods, techniques, sources, databases, and other research tools;
- Principles and protocols for evidentiary gathering of information, documents, financial records, and other data that may be used in trial court processes, protocols, and strategies;
- Operations of the NC court system;
- Ethical and professional standards of conduct.
Skill in:
- Interpreting and applying complex criminal laws to information, evidence, and other data;
- Listening techniques used in interviewing witnesses;
- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of case facts;
- Researching and identifying precedent in case law;
- Utilizing and evaluating electronic legal research and online systems;
- Negotiating plea agreements;
- Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
Ability to:
- Analyze facts, laws, rules, regulations, interpretations, and related written documents and apply applicable law to those facts;
- Conduct legal research;
- Plan, develop, and execute an effective litigation strategy to achieve desired results;
- Prepare, organize, and conduct witness examinations;
- Deliver opening statements, closing arguments, and evidentiary objections;
- Express complex legal concepts and related facts in a clear and concise manner;
- Argue clearly, logically, and persuasively;
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and other participants in the criminal justice process;
- Recognize and solve problems;
- Produce legal interpretations in a quick and responsive manner for court officials;
- Write reports, motions, briefs, and other legal documents;
- Deal tactfully with sensitive situations;
- Communicate both orally and in writing;
- Work independently.
Minimum Education and Experience
Juris Doctor degree from an ABA‑accredited law school and an active license to practice law in North Carolina.
Attachments Required
Attach cover letter and résumé.
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter
Travis Edward Davis