The Dakota County Attorney’s Office is currently accepting applications for a Deputy County Attorney. Full-time, but part-time will also be considered. This is a busy, four-attorney office with a variety of responsibilities, including felony, misdemeanor, infraction, and juvenile petition prosecution; representing the State’s interest in mental health proceedings; performing coroner duties; representing the County in Tax Equalization and Review Cases; representing the County Board of Commissioners; advising law enforcement and county officials on legal issues; and other duties as defined by Nebraska statutes. Duties include covering assigned on-call periods to answer after-hours legal questions from law enforcement and handle coroner matters. Salary is negotiable and based on qualifications and experience. Excellent benefit package included.
Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Nebraska, or eligible to apply for admission on motion if already licensed in another state or by Uniform Bar Exam score transfer.
Please submit cover letter and resume to:
Kim Watson
Dakota County Attorney
P.O. Box 117
Dakota City, NE 68731
Fax: (402) 987-2186
Dakota County is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $67,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- On call
License/Certification:
- Nebraska Bar License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person