Assistant Prosecutor - City of Cleveland : Job Details

The Criminal Division of the City of Cleveland's Law Department is seeking an energetic, self-motivated, ethical attorney to serve as a full-time Assistant Prosecuting Attorney. The City of Cleveland Prosecutor's Office offers broad exposure to the legal profession in an environment widely renowned for its challenge, excellence, creativity, integrity, decency, and public service.

The incumbent will prosecute misdemeanor violations of Cleveland Codified Ordinances and the Ohio Revised Code in the Cleveland Municipal Court, Ohio 8th District Court of Appeals, and the Ohio Supreme Court. These misdemeanors include, but are not limited to, traffic violations, assault, domestic violence, disorderly conduct, and theft. Prosecutors will review police reports for the determination of criminal charges and draft those charges. They will also review Cleveland police reports for referral of matters to the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office for felony charges.

The ideal candidate will be hard-working, proficient, and able to work well as a team member in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and a collaborative, problem-solving mindset. Applicants must be currently licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio and be in good standing with the Ohio Supreme Court.

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• Placing Clevelanders at the Center
• Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work
• Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives
• Leading with Trust and Transparency
• Striving for Equity in All We Do
• Embracing Change

All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.