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Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION:
The State of Connecticut, Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ) is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of all criminal matters in the State of Connecticut. It is an independent agency of the executive branch of state government, established under the Constitution of the State of Connecticut. The Division is composed of the Office of the Chief State's Attorney, located in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, and the Offices of the State's Attorneys for each of the thirteen Judicial Districts in the State of Connecticut.
About this Position:
We are recruiting for one (1) full-time Deputy Assistant State's Attorney or Apprentice Prosecutor position for the Office of Inspector General, Shelton, CT. The Office of the Inspector General is an independent agency within the Division of Criminal Justice for administrative purposes only. Its statutory mission is to investigate certain types of officer-involved use of force incidents and in-custody deaths. The individual in this role will require strong writing and research skills to assist the Inspector General in preparing public reports regarding the results of these investigations. A full description of the duties of the office can be found on DCJ's website.
This position generally works Monday through Friday, based on a 40-hour work week, with core hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. NOTE: Although the physical office of the OIG is in Shelton, candidates must also be willing to respond outside of normal work hours to active crime or incident scenes around the state.
Salary Information:
The starting salary for a DCJ Deputy Assistant State's Attorney is $97,997 to $175,434.00 annually; the Apprentice Prosecutor is paid at $46.94. Starting salary will be determined by the Division head based on the selected candidate's work experience. The position number is 130209.
THE ROLE:
A Prosecutor is a high public official, who is ethically, honor, and duty bound to seek impartial justice for the guilty as well as the innocent and who, in doing so, is beholden to the law, which demands that no passions, prejudice or resentment be brought to bear in its faithful enforcement.
As a Deputy Assistant State's Attorney:
The incumbent, at the time of appointment, must be an attorney at law and must be a member of the Connecticut Bar in good standing. Prior to employment, candidates will be required to complete a background check, and appointment to this position is made by the Criminal Justice Commission. The incumbent may be required to travel in the course of their daily work.
As an Apprentice Prosecutor:
Any student of an accredited law school who is within five months of graduation from such law school and who is a certified legal intern pursuant to the rules of the Superior Court is eligible to be appointed as an Apprentice Prosecutor by the Criminal Justice Commission and shall advance to the position of Deputy Assistant State’s Attorney upon gaining admission to the Connecticut bar within one year of the date of graduation from such law school. Prior to employment, incumbents will be required to complete a background check. The incumbent may be required to travel in the course of their daily work.
About us:
The Division of Criminal Justice (Division) and its employees are committed to the fair and equal administration of justice in Connecticut. To this end, the Division acknowledges its duty to investigate and prosecute matters within its jurisdiction diligently, ethically and impartially, honoring its constitutional and common law foundations. By ensuring that the criminal laws of the State of Connecticut are enforced fairly and constitutionally, the Division honors the rule of law upon which our nation is founded. Accomplishing this mission depends upon skill, creativity, and constructive interaction of all Division employees with the law enforcement community and advocacy in the highest traditions of the Office of State's Attorney, the first public prosecutor in America.
NOTE: Incumbents will be required to complete a background check, and appointment to this position is made by the Criminal Justice Commission. Please be sure to include your juris license number on the application.
Selection Plan
FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
Please read or watch our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!
To Apply:
- The only way to apply to this job posting is via the "APPLY" or "APPLY ONLINE" buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
- In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the closing date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
- You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.
- The incumbent will be required to complete a background check and appointment to this position is made by the Criminal Justice Commission. Please be sure to list your juris license number on the application.
- Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, C.G.S. 46a-60, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
- NOTE: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
After You Apply:
- Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”
- All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DCJ.HR@ct.gov.
- All communication with applicants will be through the JobAps system, so applicants are encouraged to check for updates to their JobAps portal account. Please ensure that you are utilizing the correct email address for notices to be sent to you from the JobAps system. Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. Helpful Tips to prepare for your interview.
- Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees, which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
Contact Us:
- Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Questions about this position should be directed to the hiring agency's human resources office: DCJ.HR@ct.gov or 860-258-5800.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Division of Criminal Justice this class is accountable for receiving training and representing the interests of the state in prosecution of assigned criminal and motor vehicle cases and infractions.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Reviews all documentation relative to assigned criminal cases and infractions and directs supplemental or further investigation.
- Prepares cases for arraignment, selecting appropriate charges, preparing original statement of facts.
- Reviews outstanding defense motions and prepares responses or objections as appropriate.
- Interviews witnesses and victims.
- Evaluates strengths and weaknesses of case in light of above findings.
- Initiates and completes related legal research.
- Responsible for plea negotiation with defense attorneys.
- Conducts pre-trial conferences.
- Conducts jury selection.
- Tries cases before juries, three-judge panels, single judge or magistrate.
- Reviews applications for arrest warrants and, upon approval, signs and presents to presiding judge for final review and signature.
- Maintains liaison with and functions as resource to state and local police.
- Advises victims of crimes as to their rights and directs them to the appropriate supportive agencies.
- Defends petitions of habeas corpus including preparation of pleadings, argument of motions, and trial of action.
- If a member of the Appellate Unit, defends appeals brought by convicted defendants before the Appellate Court and Supreme Court.
- May prepare appellate material for submission to Chief State's Attorney's Office after conviction.
- May review applications for search and seizure warrants.
- Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply relevant state and federal criminal law.
- Knowledge of criminal law and legal process, legal principles and practice.
- Knowledge of the statutory authority, operation and administration of the Division of Criminal Justice.
- Considerable interpersonal skills.
- Considerable negotiating skills.
- Considerable trial and counseling skills.
- Considerable oral and written communication skills.
- Considerable ability to analyze legal problems, present statements of fact, law and argument.
- Ability to write legal briefs and supporting documentation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Deputy Assistant State's Attorney shall, at the time of appointment be an attorney at law with membership in good standing with the Connecticut Bar.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
Any student of an accredited law school who is within five (5) months of graduation from such law school and who is a certified legal intern pursuant to the rules of the Superior Court of the State of Connecticut, shall be considered an Apprentice Prosecutor.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to candidates with the following experience/training:
- Demonstrated strength in writing and research.
- Law review or judicial clerkship experience.
- Prior courtroom experience, including jury trials.
INTRODUCTION:
The State of Connecticut, Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ) is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of all criminal matters in the State of Connecticut. It is an independent agency of the executive branch of state government, established under the Constitution of the State of Connecticut. The Division is composed of the Office of the Chief State's Attorney, located in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, and the Offices of the State's Attorneys for each of the thirteen Judicial Districts in the State of Connecticut.
About this Position:
We are recruiting for one (1) full-time Deputy Assistant State's Attorney or Apprentice Prosecutor position for the Office of Inspector General, Shelton, CT. The Office of the Inspector General is an independent agency within the Division of Criminal Justice for administrative purposes only. Its statutory mission is to investigate certain types of officer-involved use of force incidents and in-custody deaths. The individual in this role will require strong writing and research skills to assist the Inspector General in preparing public reports regarding the results of these investigations. A full description of the duties of the office can be found on DCJ's website.
This position generally works Monday through Friday, based on a 40-hour work week, with core hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. NOTE: Although the physical office of the OIG is in Shelton, candidates must also be willing to respond outside of normal work hours to active crime or incident scenes around the state.
Salary Information:
The starting salary for a DCJ Deputy Assistant State's Attorney is $97,997 to $175,434.00 annually; the Apprentice Prosecutor is paid at $46.94. Starting salary will be determined by the Division head based on the selected candidate's work experience. The position number is 130209.
THE ROLE:
A Prosecutor is a high public official, who is ethically, honor, and duty bound to seek impartial justice for the guilty as well as the innocent and who, in doing so, is beholden to the law, which demands that no passions, prejudice or resentment be brought to bear in its faithful enforcement.
As a Deputy Assistant State's Attorney:
The incumbent, at the time of appointment, must be an attorney at law and must be a member of the Connecticut Bar in good standing. Prior to employment, candidates will be required to complete a background check, and appointment to this position is made by the Criminal Justice Commission. The incumbent may be required to travel in the course of their daily work.
As an Apprentice Prosecutor:
Any student of an accredited law school who is within five months of graduation from such law school and who is a certified legal intern pursuant to the rules of the Superior Court is eligible to be appointed as an Apprentice Prosecutor by the Criminal Justice Commission and shall advance to the position of Deputy Assistant State’s Attorney upon gaining admission to the Connecticut bar within one year of the date of graduation from such law school. Prior to employment, incumbents will be required to complete a background check. The incumbent may be required to travel in the course of their daily work.
About us:
The Division of Criminal Justice (Division) and its employees are committed to the fair and equal administration of justice in Connecticut. To this end, the Division acknowledges its duty to investigate and prosecute matters within its jurisdiction diligently, ethically and impartially, honoring its constitutional and common law foundations. By ensuring that the criminal laws of the State of Connecticut are enforced fairly and constitutionally, the Division honors the rule of law upon which our nation is founded. Accomplishing this mission depends upon skill, creativity, and constructive interaction of all Division employees with the law enforcement community and advocacy in the highest traditions of the Office of State's Attorney, the first public prosecutor in America.
NOTE: Incumbents will be required to complete a background check, and appointment to this position is made by the Criminal Justice Commission. Please be sure to include your juris license number on the application.
Selection Plan
FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
Please read or watch our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!
To Apply:
- The only way to apply to this job posting is via the "APPLY" or "APPLY ONLINE" buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
- In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the closing date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
- You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.
- The incumbent will be required to complete a background check and appointment to this position is made by the Criminal Justice Commission. Please be sure to list your juris license number on the application.
- Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, C.G.S. 46a-60, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
- NOTE: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
After You Apply:
- Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”
- All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DCJ.HR@ct.gov.
- All communication with applicants will be through the JobAps system, so applicants are encouraged to check for updates to their JobAps portal account. Please ensure that you are utilizing the correct email address for notices to be sent to you from the JobAps system. Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. Helpful Tips to prepare for your interview.
- Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees, which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
Contact Us:
- Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Questions about this position should be directed to the hiring agency's human resources office: DCJ.HR@ct.gov or 860-258-5800.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Division of Criminal Justice this class is accountable for receiving training and representing the interests of the state in prosecution of assigned criminal and motor vehicle cases and infractions.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Reviews all documentation relative to assigned criminal cases and infractions and directs supplemental or further investigation.
- Prepares cases for arraignment, selecting appropriate charges, preparing original statement of facts.
- Reviews outstanding defense motions and prepares responses or objections as appropriate.
- Interviews witnesses and victims.
- Evaluates strengths and weaknesses of case in light of above findings.
- Initiates and completes related legal research.
- Responsible for plea negotiation with defense attorneys.
- Conducts pre-trial conferences.
- Conducts jury selection.
- Tries cases before juries, three-judge panels, single judge or magistrate.
- Reviews applications for arrest warrants and, upon approval, signs and presents to presiding judge for final review and signature.
- Maintains liaison with and functions as resource to state and local police.
- Advises victims of crimes as to their rights and directs them to the appropriate supportive agencies.
- Defends petitions of habeas corpus including preparation of pleadings, argument of motions, and trial of action.
- If a member of the Appellate Unit, defends appeals brought by convicted defendants before the Appellate Court and Supreme Court.
- May prepare appellate material for submission to Chief State's Attorney's Office after conviction.
- May review applications for search and seizure warrants.
- Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply relevant state and federal criminal law.
- Knowledge of criminal law and legal process, legal principles and practice.
- Knowledge of the statutory authority, operation and administration of the Division of Criminal Justice.
- Considerable interpersonal skills.
- Considerable negotiating skills.
- Considerable trial and counseling skills.
- Considerable oral and written communication skills.
- Considerable ability to analyze legal problems, present statements of fact, law and argument.
- Ability to write legal briefs and supporting documentation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Deputy Assistant State's Attorney shall, at the time of appointment be an attorney at law with membership in good standing with the Connecticut Bar.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
Any student of an accredited law school who is within five (5) months of graduation from such law school and who is a certified legal intern pursuant to the rules of the Superior Court of the State of Connecticut, shall be considered an Apprentice Prosecutor.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to candidates with the following experience/training:
- Demonstrated strength in writing and research.
- Law review or judicial clerkship experience.
- Prior courtroom experience, including jury trials.
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