Assistant County Attorney

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To assist the County Attorney in the preparation and presentation of cases in District Court for civil or criminal prosecution, and to act in a legal advisory capacity to various County officials as assigned.

WORK PERFORMED/JOB FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for all aspects of criminal prosecution and civil litigation, including:
  • working with victims and witnesses;
  • appropriately reviewing matters involving crimes or civil issues and taking appropriate action;
  • preparation of criminal complaints and eCharging cases;
  • preparing civil pleadings;
  • conducting legal research and preparing briefs and Memoranda;
  • conducting Court/Jury trials and engaging in plea and/or settlement negotiations;
  • preparing sentence and disposition recommendations;
  • handling appearances in District Court;
  • developing work priorities and assisting the County Attorney in developing and executing department policies;
  • providing advice to individual County employees and County Departments regarding the conducting of County business as directed by the County Attorney.
• Performs confidential/professional duties and responsibilities in accordance with office and County requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the County Attorney.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Requires a high degree of ability to effectively and efficiently communicate, both orally and in written form.
• Must have thorough knowledge of applicable local, State, and Federal regulations and laws.
• Must be able to organize case load in an efficient and effective manner.
• Must be able to make independent judgements and act accordingly.
• Must have typing and computer skills to prepare and eCharge criminal complaints, and must have a working knowledge of or ability to learn eFiling/eService programs for the District and Appellate Courts.
• Should be able to establish a working relationship with judicial officers, County Board members, department heads, and other County personnel.

MINIMUM TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Must have a degree from an accredited law school and be currently licensed as a practicing attorney in the State of Minnesota in good standing.
• Must possess a valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
• Must also have efficient and accurate keyboarding skills.
• Must have knowledge and familiarity with computers and relevant software, as well as other essential office equipment.

PHYSICAL EFFORT

• Sedentary to light physical activities requiring stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, talking, hearing, and close vision.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
• Typically, in an office environment.

HOURLY RANGE

$53.79 - $71.38

CLOSING DATE

Open Until Filled 2026

Benefit Summary

[Not specified]