Trial Attorney- Las Cruces

**Purpose**: This position provides for the prosecution of criminal and non-criminal cases.

**Supervision**:Incumbent receives general supervision from the assigned supervisor. Incumbent may supervise

assigned support staff in doing their day-to-day work.

**Examples of Work Performed:** Incumbent handles felony cases under supervision, for example adult and juvenile burglaries, property

crimes, armed robberies, drug trafficking, mental commitments, probation violations; takes rotation as on-call attorney; performs legal research for other attorneys; assists in trial teams; performs nonprosecution duties as assigned; advises/assists entry level attorneys; performs other related job duties.

**Distinguishing Characteristics:**This is the second level position of the attorney series. The incumbent is expected to become fully

effective in this position.

**Working Conditions:** Work is performed in office, courtroom, and community environments. Physical effort and travel may

be required. Incumbent may be required to work under stressful situations and/or conditions.

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:**

Position requires advanced knowledge and skills in the areas of criminal prosecution; rules of evidence

and rules of criminal procedure; public relations; organization; basic computer skills including working

knowledge of office systems; effective trial skills; ability to draft legal documents; ability to work

effectively with other criminal justice agencies; mentor and guide less experienced attorneys; ability to

communicate effectively; ability to research/analyze information and situations. Works independently

and makes decisions within guidelines. Decisions made include approving/disapproving charges.

Charging decisions are made with consultation of higher level attorneys for high level and/or profile

crimes.

**Requirements**

• Licensed attorney in New Mexico, plus a minimum of two (2) years as a practicing attorney, or one (1)
• year as a prosecuting attorney.
• **Preferred Qualifications:**
• .Two (2) or more years as a prosecuting attorney.
• **Hours:** Monday-Friday 8-5p
• **Salary**: $77,133 - $96,416 (depending on experience)
• **Benefits**: Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, Parental Leave, Retirement