Assistant County Attorney Grade 2 (Felony)

Job Overview

Performs professional legal work in the area of felony prosecution, and related work as required or assigned.

TYPICAL TASKS:

Assists law enforcement in investigating criminal activity in role as prosecutor.
Prosecutes all criminal offenses including felonies.
May advise and present evidence before the Grand Jury.
Conducts legal research, prepares legal opinions, and writes legal briefs as required or assigned.
Prepares reports and correspondence on assigned legal matters.
Responds to citizen complaints.
Serves rotation with other staff attorneys to cover evening and weekend court schedule and to counsel law enforcement.
Performs related tasks as required or assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from an accredited law school and experience in the practice of law relating to felony prosecution.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Valid license to practice law in the courts of the State of Iowa, with license in good standing.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of the modern principles, theory and practices in selected fields of law; thorough knowledge of legal research and the investigation, preparation and presentation of cases for trial; general knowledge of legal office procedures, practices and methods; ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with court officials, state and local officials, members of the bar, fellow employees and the general public; ability to prepare and render legal opinions; ability to handle trial, post-trial and appellate litigation

Dubuque County is an AA and Equal Opportunity Employer