Assistant County Attorney
About The Position
The Assistant Riley County Attorney represents the Riley County Attorney’s Office in prosecutions on behalf of the State of Kansas. The role handles adult and juvenile felony and misdemeanor offenses, traffic offenses, Child in Need of Care cases, and involuntary commitment proceedings for persons suffering from severe mental illness. The Assistant County Attorney also assists law enforcement and local, state, and federal authorities, as well as judges in the 21st Judicial District. On occasion, the role may assist the County Attorney with investigations and enforcement of the Kansas Open Meetings Act and Kansas Open Records Act. The position prosecutes assigned cases under the County Attorney’s guidelines and the Kansas Supreme Court Rules of Professional Conduct, maintains knowledge of the law and changes to it, and provides around-the-clock legal support to law enforcement. Additional duties are performed as directed by the Riley County Attorney.
Requirements
- Doctor of Jurisprudence degree.
- Membership in good standing with the Kansas Bar.
- Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and methodology of a professional occupation.
- Proficiency in criminal prosecution sufficient to provide reasonable success in prosecuting cases.
Responsibilities
- Prosecute assigned cases under guidelines established by the County Attorney and in accordance with the Kansas Supreme Court Rules of Professional Conduct.
- Maintain a working knowledge of the law and changes to it.
- Be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to answer law enforcement questions, assist with search and arrest warrants, and provide legal guidance as requested.
- Assist governmental and private local, state, and federal agencies with promoting public safety and understanding the current status of the law.
- Assist District and Magistrate Judges in the administration of justice.
- As directed by the Riley County Attorney, assist with other duties.
- On occasion, assist the County Attorney in investigating and enforcing the Kansas Open Meetings Act and Kansas Open Records Act.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
