Assistant County Attorney I - Anoka, United States - Anoka County

Description

Job Posting End Date: May 20, 2024 at 11:59pm CST
Join our team of over 100 persons in the Anoka County Attorney's Office who are united by a common mission to preserve the public's trust and serve the interests of justice. We do this by bringing our very best to work every day and serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens with respect and compassion.

This position will work within the Anoka County Attorney's Office Criminal Division where we embrace our duties to hold the guilty accountable, and to protect the innocent, the young, and the vulnerable. This division is responsible for prosecuting adults and certified juveniles charged with felony crimes and designated misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor crimes occurring within the boundaries of Anoka County.

The Anoka County Attorney's Office has three Attorney classifications: Attorney I, II, and III. The differences among these positions include but are not limited to years of general experience, supervision needed to perform the work, comprehensive working knowledge of subject matters, and ability to handle complex issues and problems associated with the assignments within the division. Additional room for advancement to Attorney IV classification is available to those with exceptional skill in leadership, ethics, and trial practice.

In order to be considered for this full-time, exempt position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59 pm on May 20th, 2024 to be considered.

Pay & Benefits

The Anoka County Attorney's Office is a large professional law firm with a collegial environment where employees are part of a team and support each other in the mission of the office and in day-to-day work. In addition, we offer the following:

Assistant County Attorney I:

Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 34. $70,012 to $98,009 annually ($33.66 to $47.12 per hour). Offer to be commensurate with experience.

Assistant County Attorney II:

Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 36. $80,516 to $112,715 annually ($ $54.19 per hour). Offer to be commensurate with experience.

Assistant County Attorney III:

Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 40. $111,113 to $155,500 annually ($53.42to $74.76 per hour). Offer to be commensurate with experience.

• The Anoka County Attorney's office values its employees and invests in their professional growth and development.
• Employees have advancement and professional development opportunities.
• Employees have access to a medical and dental satellite clinic located in the Anoka County Government Center with services dedicated exclusively to employees.
• Employment packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Anoka County contributes to a pension plan and employees can voluntarily supplement these contributions or take advantage of other retirement investment options.
• Employees have paid Flexible Time Off (FTO) for vacation or for health issues or appointments. Employees are also paid for recognized holidays as approved annually by the Anoka County Board of Commissioners.

Learn more about our robust benefits package by going to our website.

Work Location

• This position will work at the Anoka County Government Center in Anoka.
• Expected work hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Schedule may vary based on business needs and supervisory approval.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Assistant County Attorney I.

• Representing a government entity in hearings, trials, appeals, and other routine legal proceedings and matters.
• Conducting pretrial/prehearing preparations.
• Preparing various briefs, opinions, pleadings, agreements, contracts, and other legal documents.
• Coordinating investigations with law enforcement and other governmental departments.
• Advising and training law enforcement officers and agencies.
• Gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and effectively presenting findings and arguments in state and federal court, or other tribunals.
• Providing legal opinions and training to government employees in assigned subject-matter.
• Preparing post-hearing motions and appeals, rendering legal opinions, reviewing motions and other legal documents, conferring with and providing legal counsel to government departments, officials, and employees.
• Conferring with parties and the public and negotiate settlements.
• Performing other duties as assigned by a government department head or an elected official.
• Additional duties and responsibilities are required of Assistant County Attorneys II and III.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Graduate of an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in Minnesota;
• Successfully complete a background investigation, including a Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) background check and fingerprinting; and
• Adequate professional references.

Helpful Qualifications

• Experience representing a state, county, city or other government entity;
• Knowledge of pleadings and practice of effective presentation of court cases including rules of court and evidence in the State of Minnesota;
• Experience conducting legal research and data analysis;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Experience working with law enforcement task forces; and
• Skill using technology in everyday practice.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

• Standard office environment, courtrooms, travel to various county work sites and meetings as needed;
• Work activities may require contact with uncooperative, angry, and sometimes hostile clients depending on assignment;
• Ability to handle both in-person and remote hearings and to effectively use the office media, software, and hardware;
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

Selection Process

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.

Pre-employment Requirements

Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

About Anoka County

As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, we depend on the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. We offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences who can come together for the single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County Hear from other Anoka County employees here.

Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment

Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.

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Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy:

Anoka County is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner which will further the principles of equal employment opportunity.