Assistant County Attorney

Cass County Courthouse 303 Minnesota Ave W Walker, MN 56484, USA

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To assist the County Attorney in the preparation and presentation of cases in District Court for civil or criminal prosecution, and to act in a legal advisory capacity to various County officials as assigned.

WORK PERFORMED / JOB FUNCTIONS

Criminal prosecution and civil litigation, including working with victims and witnesses. Reviewing matters involving crimes or civil issues and taking appropriate action. Preparation of criminal complaints and eCharging cases. Preparing civil pleadings. Conducting legal research and preparing briefs and Memoranda. Conducting Court/Jury trials and engaging in plea and/or settlement negotiations. Preparing sentence and disposition recommendations. Handling appearances in District Court. Developing work priorities and assisting the County Attorney in developing and executing department policies. Providing advice to individual County employees and County Departments regarding the conducting of County business as directed by the County Attorney. Performing confidential/professional duties and responsibilities in accordance with office and County requirements. Performing other duties as assigned by the County Attorney.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

High degree of effective and efficient oral and written communication. Thorough knowledge of applicable local, State, and Federal regulations and laws. Ability to organize case load efficiently and effectively. Ability to make independent judgments and act accordingly. Typing and computer skills to prepare and eCharge criminal complaints. Working knowledge of or ability to learn eFiling/eService programs for the District and Appellate Courts. Ability to establish working relationships with judicial officers, County Board members, department heads, and other County personnel.

MINIMUM TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, OR CERTIFICATIONS

Degree from an accredited law school and currently licensed as a practicing attorney in the State of Minnesota in good standing. Valid and unrestricted driver’s license. Efficient and accurate keyboarding skills. Knowledge and familiarity with computers and relevant software, and other essential office equipment.

PHYSICAL EFFORT

Sedentary to light physical activities requiring stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, talking, hearing, and close vision. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Typically, in an office environment. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cass County MN