FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES, PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of County Law, municipal law, State Finance Law, civil practice and procedure and related rules and regulations; Good knowledge of laws pertaining to contracts, real estate transactions, and other aspects of general legal work; Good knowledge of the proceedings of criminal court, family court, administrative tribunals, commissioners' hearings, PERB hearings and other legal proceedings; Good working knowledge of parliamentary procedures: Ability to understand and interpret complex oral instructions and/or written directions; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; Ability to reason quickly and accurately in stressful situations; Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing: Ability to efficiently gather facts through interview, research and investigation; Ability to analyze and interpret laws and legal documents; Ability to prepare and deliver presentations in a clear, concise and articulate manner; Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. May be involved in any matter of the County that requires legal analysis and judgment; May be assigned to handle specific aspects of the Office of the County Attorney such as Family Court proceedings or the legal work of particular departments; May assist or participate in County Employee or labor related matters: Appears in court and performs other functions at the discretion of or in the absence of the County Attorney and the Chief Assistant County Attorney; Assists with the supervision, training and mentoring of the County Attorney's support staff, which may include Assistant County Attorneys and interns.