Senior Assistant State's Attorney

Lake County, IL; Waukegan (IL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Remote one day per week

Wellness and training program

Job summary

Lake County Government's Criminal Division seeks an experienced attorney to independently make felony charging decisions, run court calls and hearings, and work with law enforcement. Flexible hours with night and weekend shifts on a rotating basis and the option to work remotely one day per week.

Requirements include IL licensure, Juris Doctorate, at least 12 months in criminal law, strong knowledge of procedures and evidence, and excellent analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed attorney in Illinois with significant criminal law experience.
• Minimum 12 months of experience in criminal law; prosecution experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of criminal law, judicial procedures, and evidentiary rules.
• Ability to analyze facts, exercise sound judgment, and litigate in court.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hearings in first appearance and detention court.
• Prepare indictments and conduct grand jury proceedings.
• Work with law enforcement on initial crime reports.
• Exercise charging discretion independently and participate in plea negotiations.
• Be available for night and weekend rotations as the felony charging attorney.

Skills

Criminal law

Litigation

Analytical thinking

Oral and written communication

Judicial procedures

Education

Juris Doctorate

Licensed Illinois attorney

Job description

Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides rewarding compensation, an excellent benefit package and career growth opportunities? If so, Lake County Government is the place for you. Comprised of nearly 3,000 employees, it is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment.

The Criminal Division of the Lake County State's Attorney's Office is seeking an experienced attorney in our Felony Review Division. Applicants should be prepared to independently make felony charging decisions as well as run court calls and hearings. Some criminal experience is required. The position requires flexible hours, with night and weekend work on a rotating basis. The State's Attorney's Office offers flexible scheduling and the ability to work remotely one day per week.

• Conducts hearings in first appearance court and detention court.
• Takes direction from supervisors.
• Prepares indictments and conducts grand jury proceedings.
• Works closely with law enforcement as they respond to initial reports of crime.
• Interacts effectively with law enforcement, colleagues, and Judges.
• Is responsible for independently exercising appropriate charging discretion.
• Willingness to analyze felony cases and enter into plea negotiations in first appearance court.
• Availability to work nights and weekends on a rotating basis as the attorney responsible for felony charging decisions.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Must be a licensed attorney in Illinois with significant criminal law experience.
• A minimum of 12 months of experience in criminal law. Prior work in prosecution is preferable.
• Considerable knowledge of criminal law, judicial procedures, and rules of evidence.
• Ability to analyze facts and exercise sound judgment, determine appropriate case resolutions, and litigate in a courtroom.

Competency

To perform the job successfully, an individual must demonstrate the following competencies.

• Candidates must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and be able to practice strategic thinking. Organization, attention to detail, and sound judgment are required.
• Candidates must take initiative and be adaptable to changes in the work environment.
• Dependability and punctuality are imperative for success in this role.
• Willingness to switch between an 8:30 to 5:00 pm workday and an evening and/or weekend workday on a rotating basis among attorneys in the division.
• Candidates must know the elements of criminal offenses and have a strong understanding of evidentiary rules.

Education and/or Other Requirements

• Completion of a Juris Doctorate degree program.
• Licensed Attorney in the State of Illinois.
• A minimum of 12 months of experience in criminal law. Prior work in prosecution is preferable.

Reasonable accommodations may be made in order to perform the essential functions. This job description describes a general category of jobs. In order to meet the needs of Lake County Government or its departments, employees may be assigned other duties, in addition to or in lieu of those described above, and any duties are subject to change at any time. Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County!

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening and drug testing.

Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.