Assistant County Attorney I or II

Wage Ranges:
Assistant County Attorney I ($47.54 - $59.41 hourly)
Assistant County Attorney II ($54.89 - $68.55 hourly)

The Assistant County Attorney I & II provides legal advice for the County. The position is appointed by the County Attorney and must process criminal cases, both adult and juvenile; enforce child support and protection laws; and advice county officials and officers.

Professional/Technical Duties and Responsibilities

• Prosecutes adults and juveniles who violate State or county law to enhance the safety of the community.
  • Reviews law enforcement reports, determine appropriate charges and draft complaints.
  • Negotiates fair and consistent plea agreements.
  • Identifies and prepare witnesses and exhibits for trial.
  • Presents evidence in an effective and legal manner.
  • Argues cases persuasively to a judge or jury.
  • Informs victims or witnesses of their rights and obligations.
  • Researches legal issues to advise law enforcement and to prepare legal memorandum.
• Advises County officials, in person and writing, about legal issues to protect the County from liability.
  • Reviews and suggests policies and procedures which conform to legal requirements.
  • Interprets laws and court decisions to determine their applicability to County decisions.
  • Informs County officials of changes in the laws which affect their duties and obligations.
  • Represents the County in tax appeal litigation
• Advises and represents County Social Services to ensure protection of vulnerable members of society and fair distribution of benefits.
  • Reviews, drafts and prosecutes child support and paternity cases.
  • Review, drafts and prosecutes mental illness, chemical dependency and individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Assists with financial eligibility case appeals.
• Performs other duties as directed by the County Attorney.
  • Provides work direction to the Victim-Witness Coordinator and Child Support Assistant and manages the activities of the department in absence of the County Attorney.
  • Attends and participates in workshops, seminars, in-service training as approved.
  • Follows established safety and infection control policies and procedures; and participates in all required in-service training regarding fire safety, disaster preparedness, infection control and safety regulations.
  • Maintains work areas in a sanitary and safe manner and follows departmental dress code.
• Advises and provides training to county employees regarding data practices law.
• Advises and trains law enforcement and human services on legal issues and assists with search warrants.

Ancillary Duties and Responsibilities

• Responds on-call for emergencies.
• Attends training, educational and staff meetings.

While these are the primary focus of the position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as part of their role with the County.