ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY

Assistant County Attorney The County Attorney's Office at Washington County, located in West Bend, offers an excellent opportunity for an Assistant County Attorney. The office provides professional legal services concerning preparation and trial of assigned cases, and offers legal advice and representation to county departments. Position Summary Under the general direction of the County Attorney, performs professional legal services concerning preparation and trial of assigned cases. Provides legal advice and representation to county departments. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited law school Licensure to practice law in the State of Wisconsin Minimum of 3 years of experience, preferably in municipal and/or civil law practice Valid Wisconsin driver's license Duties / Responsibilities Represents the State in child support enforcement actions brought by the Washington County Child Support Agency Prepares and tries cases for mental commitments, guardianships, protective placements, CHIPS, termination of parental rights, and paternity and child support enforcement Provides guidance and legal advice to county departments Drafts contracts, agreements, and other legal instruments as needed Provides opinions, gives legal advice to, and assists the County Committees and County Departments as necessary Represents the County in workers’ compensation and unemployment compensation claims, and other employment related matters Performs other duties as assigned, including responding to an emergency event Essential Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of child support laws, mental and alcohol commitment laws, guardianship laws, juvenile law, termination of parental rights procedures, municipal law, administrative rules and regulations, and employment law Ability to take on and manage many cases at one time Ability to prepare and try cases, communicate effectively orally and in writing, draft and review contracts Ability to interact effectively with other department personnel and the general public Physical, sensory, and cognitive demands: ability to fulfill physical demands of job, see and hear, concentrate, conceptualize, and memorize as required Training and Experience Graduation from an accredited law school, licensure to practice law in the State of Wisconsin, minimum of 5 years of experience preferably in municipal and/or civil law practice. Must possess a valid Wisconsin driver's license. Benefits Health, Dental, and Life Insurance Short and Long Term Disability Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts Wisconsin Retirement System and Wisconsin Deferred Compensation (IRS 457) Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition and fitness center reimbursement Salary Starting salary: $92,775 - $123,362 based on experience. Employer Information Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Position: 200065 Posting Start: 07/06/2026 Posting End: 12/31/9999 Job Requisition ID: 200065 #J-18808-Ljbffr