Interim County Attorney

Swift County•Benson, MN

11d

About The Position

Performs complex professional work advising the County Board and agencies on all legal matters; represents the County in all civil and criminal court hearings; prosecutes all felony, gross misdemeanor and criminal matters in the County, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work involves setting policies and goals under the direction of the Electorate. Departmental supervision is exercised over all personnel within the department.

Requirements

Comprehensive knowledge of municipal and county law, torts, contracts, civil rights, administrative process, and real property.
Comprehensive knowledge of local, state and federal laws and court decisions affecting municipalities and counties.
Thorough knowledge of standard office procedures, practices and equipment.
Ability to present complex ideas effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to handle complex trial and appellate litigation.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County officials, court officials, members of the bar and the general public.
Comprehensive knowledge of personnel and employment law.
Parliamentary procedures.
General knowledge of personal computer and associated hardware and software programs.
Skill in drafting ordinances and resolutions.
Ability to work independently and/or as a member of a team.
Ability to supervise the work of subordinate personnel.
Ability to prepare concise reports.
Ability to express ideas clearly and effectively orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Represents Swift County in Court and Administrative proceedings.
Supervises department staff.
Coordinates with other criminal justice agencies; advises law enforcement officials and criminal investigators; advises County Officials on legal matters.
Drafts criminal and civil complaints and civil petitions.
Researches legal issues; reviews reports from law enforcement and County agencies.
Prepares cases for court hearings and trials; interviews witnesses.
Prepares and reviews County contracts; drafts and reviews proposed county ordinances.
Educates the community on the criminal justice and court system.

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