Deputy County Attorney - Civil & Criminal Prosecution

Campbell County, WY; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Campbell County, WY seeks a State/County attorney to represent the State and county in prosecution matters in District and Circuit Court, and to provide civil government legal services as needed to county operations.

The position requires a Wyoming JD with 3–5 years of experience, ability to draft legal documents, provide advisement to county officials, and conduct independent legal research with minimal oversight.

Qualifications

• Juris doctor from an accredited law school.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience.
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Appears before Courts and administrative proceedings to represent the State's and/or County's interest as required. May prosecute or defend assigned suits instituted by or against the County or its officers.
• Drafts various legal documents including ordinances, resolutions, contracts, leases, permits, briefs, memoranda, and motions.
• May render technical legal advice and opinions to the County Commissioners, boards, commissions, and department staff as required.
• Conducts ongoing legal research in connection with legal issues pertaining to the County and/or criminal prosecution. Prepares oral and written legal opinions.
• Reviews law enforcement reports and prepares charging documents.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings. Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of law. Attends and participates in staff meetings and related activities. Serves on committees as assigned.
• Performs related duties as required

Skills

Interpersonal

Multitasking

Math skills

Written communication

Public speaking

Leadership

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

3–5 years experience

Equivalent training/education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Campbell County, WY seeks a State/County attorney to represent the State and county in prosecution matters in District and Circuit Court, and to provide civil government legal services as needed to county operations.

The position requires a Wyoming JD with 3–5 years of experience, ability to draft legal documents, provide advisement to county officials, and conduct independent legal research with minimal oversight.