Assistant County Attorney I or II

Steele County • Owatonna, MN • 21h ago

Job Duties Under the direction of the County Attorney, the Assistant County Attorney I or II is responsible for providing legal representation in criminal and civil matters and in providing representation to the Department of Human Services in the areas of child protection, adult protection and child support enforcement. Duties include, but are not limited to:

Prepares cases for judicial proceedings by performing a variety of responsibilities to include:

? Reviews police reports and human service reports relevant to pending petitions and/or complaints.

? Interviews individuals and witnesses, investigates the history and facts of the case, and evidence.

? Researches relevant laws and statutes.

? Determines appropriate criminal charges.

? Develops strategies for cases.

? Drafts complaints, petitions, pleadings, legal memoranda, and briefs and files motions with the court.

? Negotiates and consults with opposing counsel, County agencies and law enforcement.

? Researches and analyzes the proper disposition and/or sentence for case. In conjunction with County Auditor, assists Administrator in managing County contract process.
Represents Steele County for assigned criminal and civil cases in proceedings. Represents handles cases in the areas of adult criminal, juvenile prosecution, child protection, child support, commitments, guardianships, conservators, real estate and medial assistance representation.

? Determines how best to present evidence and the facts of the case.

? Analyzes evidence as it is conveyed during proceedings and adjusts the County's case, as necessary.

? Handles matters from first hearings, contested hearings, pre-trail hearings, trial, disposition and sentencing.

? Oversees orientation and staff development. Coordinates the development and publishing of County Newsletter, website and social media platforms.
Researches and determines whether to file appeals in criminal cases and drafts legal briefs for the Court of Appeals. Represents the County Human Services Department for appeals involving Child Protection and Civil Commitments before Special Review Board Hearings and Supreme Court Appeal Panels.
Addresses questions and calls from County staff regarding legal matters, mentors and advises less senior attorneys.
Attends or leads department scheduled meetings to discuss updates in the law or court procedure and/or the status of ongoing cases.
Performs other duties of a comparable level or @type, as required.

? Keeps abreast of changing legislation, trends and developments in areas of responsibility.

? Participates, attends and/or serves on various professional organizations or groups, as appropriate.

Minimum Education Required
JD Degree from accredited law school

Minimum Experience Required
No previous experience required; previous litigation experience is preferred

Shift First (Day)

Number of Openings 1

Public Transportation Accessible No

Veterans Encouraged to Apply Yes

Physical Required No

Compensation $93,870.00 - $126,193.00 / Annually

Postal Code 55060

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

4407

Job Type

Full Time

Job Benefits

Steele County will contribute to HSA/VEBA $1,700 for single or $3,500 for family (if you elect to pay for our Medical insurance that is provided by Medica); other benefits that are available include dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability insurance, deferred compensation plan, pension plan, employee assistance program, paid time off, etc.

Cost of living adjustment and pay increases!

Application Link

https://secure6.entertimeonline.com/ta/6128339.jobs?ShowAllOpenings

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