Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel

JOB REQUIREMENTS: SENIOR ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL Kenosha County is

seeking a motivated person to join our Corporation Counsel office as a

Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel. Kenosha County Corporation Counsel

serves as legal counsel to the Kenosha County Board of Supervisors, the

County Executive and to 31 county departments and divisions, as well as

several county boards and commissions. Legal services consist of

conducting legal research, providing legal analysis, giving opinions,

counseling individuals on risks and benefits of actions, and drafting

and revising legal documents. Kenosha County offers candidates the

opportunity to work with a team of motivated professionals committed to

common goals. The position will handle a variety of matters, including

land use, zoning, and real property concerns and will handle mental

commitments, protective placements and guardianships as needed. Join our

team and help make a difference! 2026 Hiring Range: \$90,589 \$107,841

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Handle Various Real Estate Transactions And

real property matters including acquisitions, sales, and evictions. Work

with other County personnel on taking and disposing of tax delinquent

properties. Give legal advice and opinions when asked and consult with

other attorneys when unable to provide an answer. Represent Kenosha

County's interests in civil litigation and with regards to claims and

lawsuits filed against Kenosha County. Review claims filed against the

county and assess possible liability, defenses, and damage exposure.

Work with risk management in evaluating and settling the larger claims

as requested or assigned. Draft legal documents for Kenosha County

clients. Analyze current laws on the ordinance books and update them.

Assess risks and liabilities when updating. Review, modify, and approve

existing legal contracts and agreements. Review and revise existing

policies and practices for various departments and entities to determine

if they are in compliance with the current law. Fill in and cover for

another attorney when needed. May have to give presentations regarding

legal process. Step in and act as parliamentarian when called upon at

County Board meetings. Be available if the County Executive or County

Board Chair needs legal analysis. Represent office at community group

meetings. Prepare and appear in court for commitment and guardianship

cases. Perform other work as required or assigned. COMPETENCIES FOR

SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES Knowledge of: Legal research and

resources, general legal concepts and issues pertaining to

municipalities. Work done in other departments and divisions and the

statutory requirements for their work. Land use, zoning, real property,

and taxation law. The law relating to Chapter 51, 54, and 55 of

Wisconsin statutes. Skill in: Courtroom litigation, case management, and

general legal skills. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams to

create documents and communicate. Communication, both verbally and in

writing. Negotiation, analysis, and interpersonal communications.

Ability to: Conduct research in legal issues and apply them to

applicable policies and regulations. Draft and revise legal documents

and policies clearly and concisely. Negotiate with adverse parties and

resolve conflicts. Be creative with information and providing advice.

Work in a group setting. Be flexible with time. Organize files for an

effective presentation to the court. Prepare for meetings and be

available to meet others. Apply municipal law to a variety of situations

and determine responsibilities of each party. Maintain confidentiality

requirements. Work independently to meet deadlines. Remain professional

and courteous at all times. BENEFITS Health, dental and vision insurance

effective first of month following 30 days of employment with the

ability to reduce premium contribution through participation in a

wellness program Flexible Spending Accou ts Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off Twelve Paid Holidays Retirement Plan: Participation in the

Wisconsin Retirement System which includes county-paid life insurance

Tuition Reimbursement PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described

here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

Successfully Perform The Essential Functions Of This Job. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to

Perform The Essential Functions. Light Physical Demands, Such As

exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds

of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to

move objects. Work Environment The work environment and exposures

described here are representative of those an employee encounters while

Performing The Essential Functions Of This Job. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to

perform the essential functions. This role will frequently or often work

in an office or similar indoor environment. Incumbent will sometimes or

occasionally work in the following environments: clinical health care

site and in the community. This role will sometimes or occasionally be

exposed to individuals who are rude or irate and with known violent

backgrounds. SELECTION PROCESS Application Review - Qualifying. Oral

Interview - Qualifying. Background Check - Qualifying. Drug Screen -

Qualifying. If you require accommodations at any point in the selection

process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources in

advance for arrangements. To learn more about the Kenosha County

Corporation Counsel Office, Please Visit

Applications

must be submitted no later than Monday, June 15, 2026, at 12:00 noon

(CST). Kenosha County is a Wisconsin Retirement System participating

employer. Your participation is required, which includes an employee

contribution. The pay grade for this position is E12 (Min. \$90,589 Max.

\$125,096). This position is located in Kenosha County which is located

along the shores of Lake Michigan and less than an hour away from

Milwaukee and Chicago. To see why Kenosha County is a great place to

live, work, and play, visit: Thank you for

your interest in employment with Kenosha County! ***

OTHER

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Three (3) years of legal and court room

experience primarily handling civil or criminal litigations, civil

rights claims, personal injury actions, negligence claims, and/or

experience in municipal matters such as zoning. *** APPLICATION

INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: