What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant County Attorney III position at Scott County, MN?
Job Summary
Performs complex legal work involving legal research, precedent problems, law enforcement problems, jury and court trials, court and administrative hearings, appeals, and contested cases. The incumbent imparts knowledge, skill, and legal expertise to other attorneys through training and professional guidance. Assignments are usually specialized as to type such as criminal prosecution, tax work, property law issues, or human services agency work. Represents Scott County and the State of Minnesota in legal matters and provide legal guidance to County Board and all departments within the County. Work is performed primarily in an office setting.
Essential Duties
Reviews evidence to determine the best course of action necessary to defend against or commence criminal cases, drafting the requisite legal documents, preparation for trial, plan and organize opening statements, preparation of witnesses, direct and cross-examinations and closing arguments; including depositions and settlement negotiations in assigned cases of the most complex difficulty.
Draft or reviews complex contracts and agreements, ordinances, conveyances, petitions, complaints, warrants, motions, new or proposed legislation, and other documents that establish the legal rights of Scott County; prepares legal memorandum regarding complex legal issues to county staff; attends staff and other required meetings.
Prepares assigned cases for trial before judge, jury, magistrate or referee; interviews witnesses, plans and organizes opening statements, direct and cross-examinations and closing arguments; plans and organizes admission of documentary and physical evidence.
Advises law enforcement, child protection workers, adult protection workers, child support officers regarding legal authority, duty, liability, investigation; advises County staff regarding issues of legal obligations, authority, and liability.
Attends continuing legal education courses; provides training for law enforcement agencies, social workers, child support officers, new county employees and others regarding applicable developments in the law; provides training and mentoring for law clerks and para-professional staff.
Drafts basic and moderately complex contracts and agreements, ordinances, conveyances, legislation resolutions, or other documents that establish legal rights of Scott County; prepares legal memoranda regarding complex legal issues to county staff or for supervisory attorney; attends staff and other required meetings.
Works the days and hours necessary to perform all assigned responsibilities and tasks. Must be available (especially during regular business hours or shifts) to communicate with subordinates, supervisors, customers, vendors, and any other person or organization with whom interaction is required to accomplish work and employer goals.
Performs other related duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires admission to the bar in the State of Minnesota or eligibility for license reciprocity and five years experience as a practicing attorney, performing specialized duties directly relevant to the position. Preference given for previous experience in the area of criminal prosecution. One must be able to multi-task in an environment of fast changing priorities and various assignment. The incumbent shall possess a valid driver's license and provide a reliable means of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities.
Selection Process
If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Scott County Employee Relations department at 952-496-8103 and reference the posting title and number.
If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: Hiring Process | Scott County, MN (scottcountymn.gov)
