Chief Deputy County Counselor - Litigation

Jackson County Missouri; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vacation time

Sick leave

Pension plan

Job summary

Jackson County Missouri is seeking a County Counselor's assistant to manage non-litigation legal tasks. The role includes advising and assisting officials in policy formulation, with an emphasis on civil law duties.

Applicants must possess a Juris Doctorate and seven years of relevant experience in municipal or criminal law. Successful candidates will enjoy excellent benefits including healthcare, dental, and a pension plan.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited university.
• Seven years of experience in municipal, civil, or criminal law.
• Must be a member of the Missouri Bar Association.

Responsibilities

• Assist County Counselor in managing non-litigation legal work.
• Conduct all civil law business of the County.
• Advise County officials in policy formulation.

Skills

Municipal law

Civil law

Criminal law

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

It'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: County Counselor
Grade: 360NM
Salary: DOQ

Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting the County Counselor, at the County Counselor's direction, in the management of the non‑litigation aspects of the County Counselor's Office in the performance of legal work. As a direct subordinate or in the absence of the County Counselor, this employee shall have charge of and conduct all the civil law business of the County, and shall exercise the power and perform the duties required of the County Counselor under the County Charter and state law. May also advise and assist County officials and management at the highest levels in the formulation or modification of County policies and goals.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university of law.
• Seven years of responsible experience in municipal, and civil or criminal law.
• Must be a member of the Missouri Bar Association.
• Must submit to and pass a pre‑employment background check and drug screen.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over‑achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! The 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!