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New Mexico Administrative Office of the District Attorneys

Chief Deputy District Attorney Las Cruces

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What they do

A Lawyer represents clients in legal matters or court proceedings, provides legal advice and draws up legal documents. Works on criminal or civil cases, and either specializes in one area or practices broadly across all areas of law.

$124,860 / year median in New Mexico

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Purpose of the
Position:
This position is the highest level of administrative and/or management authority, excluding that of the district attorney. The incumbent may prosecute certain high profile or other significant cases. The incumbent may act on behalf of the district attorney in their absence or as directed.
Supervision:
Incumbent receives supervision from the district attorney. Incumbent may supervise entire divisions within a large office or entire offices within a judicial district.
Examples of work performed:
The primary role is management; however, incumbent may handle criminal cases at all levels. Incumbent will also mentor lower-level attorneys. Represents district attorney at official functions and before legislative bodies. May interact with the media and the community at a case or policy level. Ensures compliance by all other employees with the district attorney's policies and directives and advises the district attorney on employment issues. Incumbent works with law enforcement at crime scenes; performs non-prosecution duties such as community outreach; participates on boards and task forces and other groups as assigned; provides training to law enforcement agencies as requested; and performs other job-related duties.
Requirements:
J.D. degree and licensed attorney to practice law in New Mexico, plus a minimum of six (6) years as a practicing attorney in criminal law, plus a minimum of four (4) years supervision/administration experience.
Hours:
Monday-Friday 8-5p
Salary :
$109,291 - $136,613 (depending on experience)
Benefits :
Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, Parental Leave, Retirement