Junior Prosecuting Attorney: Docket & Case Prosecution

Jackson; Kansas City (MO); On-site; 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

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.