ASSISTANT PROSECUTING ATTORNEY I

Jackson; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 66,360 - 89,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental

Life insurance

Vacation time

Sick leave

Pension plan

Job summary

Jackson County seeks an Assistant Prosecution Attorney I to maintain a busy criminal docket and perform legal research and prosecution duties. The role includes filing charges and handling cases as assigned by the department head, with responsibilities aligned to a proactive, justice-focused team.

The position requires a JD, Missouri Bar membership, and at least three years of progressively responsible experience in prosecutorial work, in a full-time capacity.

Qualifications

• Must have a JD from an accredited law school.
• Must be a member in good standing with the Missouri Bar.
• Three years of progressively responsible prosecutorial experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a criminal docket of 20-30 felony and misdemeanor cases.
• Conduct legal research and handle special prosecutor assignments as directed by department head.
• File charges and prosecute cases when appropriate.

Skills

Criminal case management

Legal research

Trial preparation

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Job description

## ASSISTANT PROSECUTING ATTORNEY IApplylocations: Kansas City, MOtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 9 Days Agojob requisition id: JR102644It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!*We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.***Department:**Prosecuting Attorney**Grade:**250**Salary:** $78,000/year**Job Duties:*** Responsible for maintaining a criminal docket of 20-30 felony and misdemeanor cases.* Responsible for special assignments, legal research assignments and special Prosecutor assignments as determined by the department head or his/her designee.* Responsible for filing of charges, prosecution of cases when appropriate.**Minimum Qualifications:*** Must have a Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university of law.* Must be a member in good standing with the Missouri Bar Association.* Three years of progressively responsible experience.*If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!*### Jackson CountyThe associates of Jackson County fill a vast array of positions, but they are all part of one team, sharing a common goal - serving the citizens of Jackson County. Jackson County is a wonderful place to work! We offer excellent benefits, including health care, dental, life insurance, vacation time, sick leave and a pension plan, plus many more!