Assistant State's Attorney

Williams County • Williston, ND

95d • $110,000

About The Position

The Assistant State’s Attorney provides support to the State’s Attorney by prosecuting criminal offenses and providing legal representation to Williams County regarding civil matters. Examples of Duties: The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents in this position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may change with or without notice. Incumbents must be able to perform the essential function of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate Degree
• Must be a member in good standing with the North Dakota State Bar Association OR be able to obtain licensing shortly after hire
• Must possess a valid North Dakota Driver’s License or equivalent
• Must pass a thorough background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years of law experience, preferred

Responsibilities

• Conducts criminal prosecutions and civil litigations
• Attends and represents Williams County in various courtroom proceedings, such as bond hearings, pre-trial hearings, suppression hearings, bench trials, and jury trials
• Drafts and files motions, briefs, and other pleadings
• Reviews law enforcement records and prepares criminal charging documents
• Consults with law enforcement personnel regarding investigations and legal procedures
• Presents criminal and non-criminal juvenile petitions to the Court for adjudication and disposition
• Presents mental health involuntary commitment petitions to the Court for consideration and disposition
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of techniques, information, and developments in the legal field
• Assists in the duties of the State’s Attorney in their absence or as requested
• Maintains confidentiality of non-public records and makes available all data and information deemed a public record by the North Dakota Century Code.

Benefits

• paid sick and vacation leave
• a fully paid health/dental/vision benefit plan for employees and dependents
• term life insurance of $25,000
• 100% contribution toward retirement benefits through the ND Public Employees Retirement System
• 12 paid holidays each year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree