REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR CITY PROSECUTOR

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF SERVICES A. Description: The City Solicitor performs advanced professional legal work involving the prosecution of suspects in misdemeanor criminal cases and participates in administrative and research functions in civil areas when directed. The Solicitor will prosecute cases within the jurisdiction of the City Charter, ordinances, and Georgia State Statutes that are within the original jurisdiction of the Winder Municipal Court. B. Qualifications: Education and Experience: Minimum qualifications include a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school, license to practice law in the state of Georgia, membership in the Georgia State Bar Associations, and three (3) years experience as a practicing attorney. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of proper courtroom procedure and the rules of evidence; working knowledge of criminal law; working knowledge of local ordinances, laws, and procedures; skill in basic supervisory principles and practices; ability to grasp complex factual data, draw appropriate conclusions, and an ability to communicate complex legal ideas to a variety of audiences in clear, comprehensive and professional manner; the ability to read, interpret, apply and explain codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the City Administration, City Council, Municipal Judge, Police Department, Court staff, and the general public