Attorney I/II occupation at Dakota County in Hastings

Dakota County is presently looking of Attorney I/II on Tue, 07 May 2013 23:31:03 GMT. POSTING TYPE: Open-competitive DEPARTMENT: County Attorney HOURS: Full-time LOCATION: Judicial Center, Hastings UNION: Dakota County Attorney Employees' Association CLOSE DATE: 4:30 p.m. on Monday, May 20, 2013 SALARY RANGE: The Attorney level at which the offer is extended is based on the candidate's relevant years of experience. *** Attorney I - $54,200 - $ 75,600... Attorney II - $62,600...

Attorney I/II

Location: Hastings, Minnesota

Description: Dakota County is presently looking of Attorney I/II right now, this occupation will be ordered in Minnesota. For complete informations about this occupation opportunity kindly see the descriptions. POSTING TYPE: Open-competitive
DEPARTMENT: County Attorney
HOURS: Full-time
LOCATION: Judicial Center, Hastings
UNION: Dakota County Attorney Employees' Ass! ociation
CLOSE DATE: 4:30 p.m. on Monday, May 20, 2013
SALARY RANGE: The Attorney level at which the offer is extended is based on the candidate's relevant years of experience.
*** Attorney I - $54,200 - $ 75,600 ***
*** Attorney II - $62,600 - $ 89,400 ***

Attorneys in the Dakota County Attorney's Office are assigned to handle the prosecution of criminal cases; or to provide civil legal services to Dakota County departments and provide legal representation to and on behalf of Dakota County; and other responsibilities as determined by the County Attorney. Under direct and regular supervision, performs work of varied and moderately complex difficulty in civil or criminal law.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school;

AND

• Licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota by the closing date.

To be hired as an Attorney II you must meet the! minimum qualifications above, and have two years of relevant ! experience practicing as a licensed Attorney.

Duties & Responsibilities:
These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required for all positions.

1. Provide advice to law enforcement personnel, child protection workers, adult protection workers, county staff and others regarding their legal authority, responsibilities, investigation, and potential liabilities.
2. Review investigative reports pertaining to criminal activity to determine the appropriateness of a criminal prosecution.
3. Review evidence to determine whether it is admissible and whether a petition or complaint may be issued.
4. Comply with Dakota County Attorney charging and disposition guidelines for the charging and resolution of matters referred to the office for prosecution.
5! . Draft complaints, petitions, warrants, motions, memoranda, findings, orders, stipulations, post-trial memoranda, contracts, agreements, and other legal documents in assigned criminal or civil cases of basic to moderately complex difficulty.
6. Prepare assigned cases for trial before judge, jury, magistrate or referee; interview witnesses, plan and organize opening statements, direct and cross-examinations and closing argument; plan and organize admission of documentary and physical evidence.
7. Prepare appellate briefs and argue cases in appellate court.
8. Provide basic and more complex advice to County staff regarding legal obligations, authority and liability.
9. Prepare legal memoranda to county staff or for supervisory Attorney.
10. Represent the State of Minnesota and Dakota County in various state and federal courts at pretrial, trial, sentencing, appellate hearings, and post-trial proceedings related to the prosecution of criminal activity or c! ivil litigation.
11. Attend staff and other required meetings.
! 12. Attend continuing legal education courses.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Duties 1-12 are essential functions.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment:

• Sufficient knowledge of state and federal constitutional law, statutes, court rules and case law to effectively and efficiently prosecute criminal activity with minimal guidance and supervision and to effectively and efficiently advise and represent county departments with minimal guidance and supervision.
• Knowledge of the applicable Rules of Professional Responsibility.
• Ability to analyze facts in light of applicable laws and evidentiary rules.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan, organize and present cases and other matters.
• Competency in utilizing computers, software and Internet resources to perform essential job duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed within a County off! ice building. Lifting requirement of up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis. Equipment used may include, but is not limited to computer, laptop, projector, Elmo projector, printer, scanner, telephone, and copy and fax machine.

SELECTION PROCESS: The examination/selection process for this classification will consist of a rating of your training and experience from the application materials submitted.
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If you were eligible to this occupation, please deliver us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Dakota County.

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This occupation will be opened on: Tue, 07 May 2013 23:31:03 GMT

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