Government Law Attorney

Represents the State of Wyoming in prosecution cases in District and Circuit Court. May provide civil government legal services to the Campbell County government. Performs a variety of professional duties involved in providing a full range of legal services related to county government operations and/or criminal prosecution. Conducts legal research and prepares resolutions, memoranda, administrative rules and regulations, and other legal documents. May advise County departments, boards, and commissions. Performs work independently and without much oversight or direction from the County Attorney.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Appears before Courts and administrative proceedings to represent the State’s and/or County's interest as required. May prosecute or defend assigned suits instituted by or against the County or its officers.

Drafts various legal documents including ordinances, resolutions, contracts, leases, permits, briefs, memoranda, and motions.

May render technical legal advice and opinions to the County Commissioners, boards, commissions, and department staff as required.

Conducts on-going legal research in connection with legal issues pertaining to the County and/or criminal prosecution. Prepares oral and written legal opinions.

Reviews law enforcement reports and prepares charging documents.

Attends and participates in professional group meetings. Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of law. Attends and participates in staff meetings and related activities. Serves on committees as assigned.

Performs related duties as required

Required Education and Experience

Juris doctor from an accredited law school

Three (3) to five (5) years of experience

Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities

Required Licenses or Certifications

Class C driver’s license

Admitted and licensed to practice in the State of Wyoming

Knowledge of

English grammar, spelling, and punctuation

Legal terminology and court procedures

Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping

Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment

Principles and applications of civil, criminal, and administrative law

Judicial procedures, administrative procedures, and rules of evidence

Fundamentals of litigation and alternative dispute resolution procedures including litigation at the trial court level, litigation at the appellate level, advocacy in administrative and executive forums, and proceedings in other dispute/resolution forums

Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a county law program

Organization, duties, powers, limitations, and authority of a County government and the County Attorney's Office

Established precedents applicable to County activities

Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations

Skill in

Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships

Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature

Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios

Communication, both oral and written

Public speaking

Leadership

Ability to

Meet schedules and deadlines of the work

Understand and carry out oral and written directions

Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files

Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries

Conduct legal research

Present statements of law, fact, and argument clearly and logically

Apply the skills and concepts involved in negotiation

Represent the County in a wide variety of civil, criminal, and administrative proceedings

Interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies

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 qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The position is generally sedentary. Employees sit most of the time but may walk or stand for brief periods of time.

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