Division Lead, Child Support & Legal Strategy

Sarpy County; Papillion (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarpy County Attorney's Office is seeking an attorney to review investigative reports, conduct hearings, and prosecute civil and criminal actions on behalf of the county. The position requires a Juris Doctor degree and Nebraska licensure with strong research, writing, and advocacy skills.

Applicants must be able to mentor staff, manage cases, and coordinate with judges and investigators. This is a senior-level role within a government office, with accountability and public service

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of laws, research, and legal writing ability.
• Skilled in preparing legal opinions and orders.
• Effective communication skills and public speaking ability.
• Experience supervising staff and leading projects.

Responsibilities

• Review investigative reports and evidence.
• Prosecute or defend civil and criminal actions on behalf of the county or officers.
• Draft pleadings, motions, reports, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Conduct hearings and present evidence in various legal proceedings.
• Mentor and train assigned staff on legal issues and prosecution techniques.
• Coordinate with judges, prosecutors, and investigative agencies.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Legal research

Legal writing

Public speaking

Leadership

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Licensed to practice law in Nebraska

Bar in good standing

Job description

Sarpy County Attorney's Office is seeking an attorney to review investigative reports, conduct hearings, and prosecute civil and criminal actions on behalf of the county. The position requires a Juris Doctor degree and Nebraska licensure with strong research, writing, and advocacy skills.

Applicants must be able to mentor staff, manage cases, and coordinate with judges and investigators. This is a senior-level role within a government office, with accountability and public service