ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY I or II

Morrison County website; Little Falls (MN); On-site; USD 57,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Morrison County seeks a County Attorney I or II to prepare and present complex criminal and civil cases on behalf of the county at the Morrison County Government Center in Little Falls, MN. The role involves advising law enforcement, arguing in court, and coordinating with County Health and Human Services on related matters.

This is a full-time, non-union position with a salary range of $41.07–$69.62 hourly. Telecommute is by exception; typical hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Requires Juris Doctorate degree.
• Pass all position required background(s) and testing(s).
• Admission to the Minnesota State Bar.
• Valid MN Driver’s License.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Reviews police incident reports and reports from County departments.
• Decides whether a crime has been committed and how law enforcement should respond (e.g. arrest, citation, search warrant).
• Assists and advises law enforcement concerning investigations of criminal activity and charging decisions.
• Assists, advises, and represents County Health and Human Services in child-support matters and guardianship/conservatorship proceedings.
• Drafts and files pleadings and proposed orders; develops and implements training.
• Manages professional and support staff and ensures policy compliance.
• Interacts with the Court and community partners regarding cases.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Morrison County Government Center - Little Falls, MN 56345Position Type: Full Time - Non UnionSalary Range: $41.07 - $69.62 HourlyJob Shift: Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PMJob Category: Attorney's OfficeThis position will remain open until filled. First review of applications will take place on or about August 24, 2026.

COUNTY ATTORNEY I OR II JOB DESCRIPTION

Nature of Work:

This position is responsible for preparing and presenting complex criminal and civil cases on behalf of the county. Assists County Attorney in preparing civil and criminal cases and providing legal advice to other County departments.

Communicates with:

• Internally – All staff.
• Externally – Vendors and public.

Supervision:

N/A

Telecommute:

By Exception

Essential Work Functions:

• Reviews police incident reports and reports from County departments.
• Decides whether a crime has been committed and how law enforcement should respond (e.g. - arrest, citation, search warrant, etc.).
• Assists and advises law enforcement concerning investigations of criminal activity. Decides what level of crime should be charged depending on whether elements can be proven beyond reasonable doubt.
• Assists, advises, and represents County Health and Human Services in child-support matters.
• Assists, advises, and represents County Health and Human Services in all commitment and guardianship/conservatorship proceedings.
• Creates and implements legal strategy.
• Researches and argues legal issues.
• Advises County personnel and elected officials regarding civil legal issues involving Highway Department, Environment Services, Recorder’s Office, Administration, Assessor’s Office, and Public Health.
• Prepares for and appears at all hearings.
• Engages in negotiations with opposing counsel and decides on settlement offers.
• Handles, organizes, and presents all evidence in court proceedings.
• Consults with law enforcement, witnesses, and experts.
• Drafts and files pleadings and proposed orders.
• Develops and implements training.
• Manages professional and support staff by prioritizing and assigning work; ensures that employees follow policies and procedures; and maintains a healthy and safe working environment.
• Acts on behalf of County Attorney in his/her absence.
• Communicates effectively with the Court and community partners regarding the case.

Other Work Functions

• Performs related work as required.

QualificationsCOUNTY ATTORNEY I

Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience:

• Requires Juris Doctorate degree.
• Ability to pass all position required background(s) and testing(s).

COUNTY ATTORNEY II

Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience:

• Requires Juris Doctorate degree.
• Three (3) years of experience required.
• Ability to pass all position required background(s) and testing(s).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Admission to the Minnesota State Bar.
• Valid MN Driver’s License.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Knowledge and skills in strategic planning.
• Demonstrate initiative and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate an ability to effectively handle a wide variety of projects and problems in an effective and professional manner.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Able to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Persons with disabilities:

The above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodation may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands:

Exposed to:
24% or Less
25% - 49%
50%-74%
75% or more
Office environment
Sitting, standing
Walking, reaching, pulling
Typing/data entry
Talking, hearing
Close and distance vision
Moderate (Up to 60 pounds of force)
Challenging or threatening behaviors
Work with high detail/deadlines