Assistant County Attorney

sewardcountyks; Liberal (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$3000 Signing Bonus

Health Insurance

KPERS

All yearly CLE expenses paid

Bar fees paid

Job summary

Seward County is seeking an Assistant County Attorney to support the County Attorney in providing legal advice and representation to the county government. The role involves legal research, document drafting, and assisting in courtroom proceedings, with potential prosecution of juvenile, felony, misdemeanor, and/or traffic cases.

The successful candidate will be licensed in Kansas or eligible for the bar exam, possess 0–5 years of experience, and have strong knowledge of municipal law and

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice in the State of Kansas or signed up for next bar exam.
• 0–5 years of relevant legal experience
• Strong knowledge of municipal law, government operations, and legal procedures
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Assist the County Attorney in drafting legal documents, such as contracts, ordinances, and resolutions
• Conduct legal research on various issues affecting the county government
• Provide support during court hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings
• Review and interpret laws, rulings, and regulations to advise county officials
• Collaborate with other county departments and external legal counsel as needed
• Keep abreast of changes in the law and legal trends that may impact the county

Skills

Licensed attorney

Legal research

Legal writing

Communications skills

Public sector law

Education

Licensed to practice in Kansas or eligible for bar exam

Job description

Job Summary

The Assistant County Attorney will support the County Attorney in providing legal advice and representation to the county government. This role involves conducting legal research, preparing legal documents, and assisting in courtroom proceedings. The position may include prosecution of juvenile, felony, misdemeanor, and/or traffic cases.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice in the State of Kansas or signed up for next bar exam
• 0-5 years of relevant legal experience
• Strong knowledge of municipal law, government operations, and legal procedures
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Assist the County Attorney in drafting legal documents, such as contracts, ordinances, and resolutions
• Conduct legal research on various issues affecting the county government
• Provide support during court hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings
• Review and interpret laws, rulings, and regulations to advise county officials
• Collaborate with other county departments and external legal counsel as needed
• Keep abreast of changes in the law and legal trends that may impact the county

Additional Requirements

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic

Benefits Include

• $3000 Signing Bonus
• Health Insurance
• KPERS
• All yearly CLE expenses paid
• Southwest Kansas Bar and Kansas Bar Association fees paid

Salary Dependent on Experience

Selection Process

Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant an interview. Applicants selected for an interview will be notified of the time and place of the interview. Interviews are typically carried out by the relevant departments.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

For more information regarding this position contact Russell Hasenbank by email at, [e-mail] or Erich Witcher by email at, [e-mail]

More information about Seward County Jobs can be found at www.sewardcountyks.org/jobs