Deputy Attorney Criminal

Salary: $110,000 $125,000 per year (DOE)

Status:Full-Time |Closes: Open Until Filled

Uintah County Attorneys Office in Vernal, Utah, is hiring an Entry-Level Deputy
County Attorney (Criminal)!

Are you a recent law school graduate or an attorney with little to no criminal prosecutionexperience looking for a hands-on role where you can develop strong trial skills, gainvaluable courtroom experience, and make a real difference in community safety? Doyou want meaningful public service work with excellent mentorship in a supportiveenvironment, while living in one of the most beautiful outdoor settings in Utah? If youreready to build your career as a prosecutor and trade city stress for mountain views andoutdoor adventures, keep reading.

The Entry-Level Deputy County Attorney (Criminal) position offers a competitivesalary of $110,000 $125,000 per year (DOE). This is a full-time role reporting directlyto the County Attorney. This opportunity is primarily designed for attorneys with little tono criminal prosecution experience who are eager to learn and grow. Youll handle avariety of criminal cases with opportunities for plea negotiations, motions practice, andtrial work. An active Utah State Bar license in good standing is required.

Attorneys with some prior criminal experience are also strongly encouraged to apply you will be highly considered, and compensation will be adjusted accordingly based onyour background and qualifications.

Youll gain real-world prosecution experience in a collaborative office that valuesprofessional development and work-life balance. Your work will directly contribute tokeeping Uintah County safe while you build the skills and confidence to become anoutstanding trial attorney. Its public service with purpose, variety, and strong support.

Why Vernal and Uintah County?
Vernal sits at the base of the majestic Uintah Mountains in the heart of northeastern Utahs Dinosaurland. This is a place where world-class outdoor recreation is literally minutes from the office: hiking, fishing, hunting, world-class rafting, ATV trails, camping, and exploring Dinosaur National Monument, Red Fleet State Park, and the Ashley National Forest.

• Enjoy a lower cost of living well below national averages and affordable housing
  options.
• Experience a safe, family-friendly, close-knit community with a strong sense of
  belonging, local events, and a relaxed pace of life.
  

Uintah County offers the perfect blend of professional challenge and quality of life. Its aplace where your legal work has visible impact, and your personal life gets the rurallifestyle youve been craving.

About the Uintah County Attorneys Office
Led by County Attorney Nathan L. Rawlings, our office is dedicated to professional,ethical, and effective legal service for the residents and government of Uintah County.We value collaboration, integrity, work-life balance, and attorneys who are genuinelycommitted to the community they serve. Youll join a supportive team that handlesmeaningful work in both civil and criminal arenas, with excellent mentorship for
developing prosecutors.

Are you ready to launch or grow your career as a criminal prosecutor with a view andmake a difference in a community that values its attorneys?

If this sounds like the opportunity youve been looking for, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply

To apply directly, email your resume and cover letter to myergensen@uintah.utah.gov, or apply through our online portal by clicking Apply for this Job above.

View the full job description and complete requirements here

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We look forward to meeting you and welcoming the right attorney to our team in
Beautiful Vernal, Utah.

To view Uintah County benefit information, please click on the link below
Uintah County Benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer