Assistant County Attorney - Civil

Closing Date: 19th May, 2024

Description:

Job Summary:
This Assistant County Attorney position will be assigned to the civil division. Duties include the provision of legal advice to county agencies (act as general civil counsel) and to handle court and administrative actions in which the County of Sherburne has an interest.
Sherburne County Attorney's Office is seeking a motivated candidate to join our team. The civil division attorneys handle a variety of areas with the development of a subject matter expertise. We seek an individual who desires to work in a collaborative environment. The Office invests in training and professional growth. Our new Courthouse and office are in Elk River, Minnesota; close to the Twin Cities providing access to all of the amenities but foregoing the traffic. Come grow with our dynamic community.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
These examples of typical duties do not include all possible tasks for this classification and do not limit the assignment of related tasks. Regular attendance according to the department's approved work schedule is required for all Sherburne County positions.

• Provide written and oral feedback to county agencies with documentation of the file.
• Write pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court filed documentation.
• Handle cases before the Sherburne County District Court, magistrates, and administrative law judges.
• Analysis of rules and regulations and the impact on county agencies which may include real estate transactions, joint powers agreements, grant agreement, etc.
• Review contracts, policies, and protocols for the county and its agencies.
• Collaborate with others in effective problem solving and analysis of legal and risk issues.
• Participate in groups and committees that are multi-disciplinary.
• Provide coordination and collaborate with and between the county and outside agencies.
• Other duties as assigned by the County Attorney or Lead Criminal Attorney.
• The County Attorney's Office has cross over cases between the civil and criminal arenas which will be a part of any caseload.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university.
• Juris Doctorate degree obtained after successful course of study at an accredited law school. Admission to the Minnesota State Bar.
• The County will consider candidates who have taken the bar exam and are awaiting results.

Required to pass a background check, pass an on-line security test for CJDN access and be fingerprinted.
Valid Minnesota Driver's License required.
In addition to minimum qualifications, an individual must meet the minimum experience qualifications as stated below to qualify for an Assistant County Attorney I, II, or III position:

• Minimum qualification for the position requires three to seven years directly related employment experience.

Assistant County Attorney III

• Minimum qualification for the position requires seven or more years directly related employment experience.

Desired Qualifications:

• Preferred candidates will have two or more years of experience as a licensed attorney.
• Experience working in a County Attorney's office (or equivalent in Minnesota or another state).
• Knowledge of:
• Applicable court rules of procedure and the rules of evidence
• Applicable areas of law, including public contracting and procurement, real estate, data practices, and civil litigation.
• The pleading and practice of effective presentation of court cases
• Abilities:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Persuasive public speaking skills
• Effective working relationships and collaboration with other county departments
• Analyze and apply legal principles to specific situations and issues

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