Assistant State's Attorney
Grand Forks County is seeking a dedicated and motivated attorney to join the States Attorney’s Office as an Assistant State’s Attorney. This position offers an opportunity to serve the community, promote public safety, and uphold the law while working alongside a team committed to justice and public service.
The successful candidate will prosecute criminal cases on behalf of the State and provide legal representation in civil matters involving Grand Forks County and its entities. For a complete list of duties and responsibilities, please review the Full Job Description.
Status and Hours
Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, benefits eligible. There might be a variation to work hours and days to support the office and County needs. This position is not eligible for teleworking.
How to Apply
A Grand Forks County Application must be completed and submitted with a resume and cover letter to human.resources@gfcounty.org no later than November 1, 2026, for full consideration.
Applications are also available at 151 South 4th Street, North 5th Floor, Grand Forks, ND 58201. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must submit form DD214 along with their application. Interviewing process starts after the close date.
Basic Requirements
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Licensed to practice law in North Dakota or eligible for licensure in North Dakota. Prior legal experience is preferred but not required.
Why Work for Grand Forks County?
At Grand Forks County, employees play an important role in supporting services that impact the local community every day. In addition to meaningful work, the County offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and long-term career stability.
Employees enjoy generous paid holidays and paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a strong retirement contribution through NDPERS. This position qualifies for the Public Safety Retirement Plan.
For more information about available benefits, please review the Grand Forks County Employee Benefits Summary.
Selection Process
Prospective employees will undergo a thorough background investigation. Each applicant’s education, training, and experience will be rated based on the required application materials submitted and the top-scoring candidates will be forwarded for further consideration.
Reasonable Accommodations
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department Office, in writing, at the time of application.
The County of Grand Forks will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.