Employment Opportunities
DeKalb County Solicitor-General’s Office
Assistant Solicitor-General
The DeKalb County Solicitor-General’s Office has an opening for an Assistant Solicitor Attorney for our Quality of Life Unit.
Our Quality of Life Unit is dedicated to addressing quality of life issues that impact DeKalb County citizens. The Quality-of-Life Unit will work closely with DeKalb County’s regulatory agencies like Code Enforcement to assess and resolve residential and commercial quality of life problems. Additional duties include: Conducts initial case evaluations as assigned; reviews case file and analyzes the facts and evidence of the case; may assess client eligibility and needs; reviews criminal histories; determines appropriateness of diversion, dismissal, or charges; reviews accuracy of jurisdiction, venue, and scope of arrest powers; ensures sufficient probable cause; prepares or reviews charges and discovery; and prepares for all court hearings or arraignments.
The Duties will include but not limited to the following:
Investigates, analyzes, and prepares assigned cases for hearings and trials; may interview clients in and out of custody; requests and inspects records and evidence; prepares graphics and exhibits; makes investigative requests and follows up on leads; obtains and reviews scientific results and analysis; identifies and interviews witnesses and alibis; observes crime scenes; subpoenas witnesses and prepares them for trial; may prepare clients for trial; determines need for, procures, and interviews expert witnesses; assesses need for psychological/psychiatric evaluation of client; anticipates legal issues; assists in the development of case strategies; and presents cases to superiors.
Preferred Qualifications: Juris Doctorate Degree required; one year of experience in criminal justice, legal, or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license; and must possess and maintain licensure from the Georgia State Bar Association.
Salary Range: $90k-105k
Contact Number: 770-286-8406
Submit resume and cover letter to:
Email: ordavis@dekalbcountyga.gov