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Dubuque County

Assistant County Engineer

Dubuque, IA

$99K - $114K/yr

Description Under general supervision of the County Engineer, the Assistant County Engineer performs professional engineering duties in the planning, designing, drafting, inspecting and managing ...

Dubuque County, IA

Assistant County Engineer

Dubuque, IA · On-site

$99K - $114K/yr

Represents Dubuque County and performs duties in a professional, responsible and trustworthy manner * Uses CAD program to prepare plans, cross sections and other related project related documents.

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Assistant County Attorney I/II- Criminal Division

Johnson County, IA

Iowa City, IA

$87K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Address:

500 S Clinton St, Iowa City, Iowa, 55240

Salary Range (Min-Mid)

$87,523.02 - $105,027.78

Dept./Office/Position Type

Attorney - Attorney

Employee Type

Regular

Job Description

Looking for candidates willing to be trained on the job. Under direction of the County Attorney, perform a variety of administrative, technical, and advanced professional legal work of moderate to considerable difficulty in representing the County in criminal, juvenile, and civil cases by either the Code of Iowa or the Johnson County Code.
Knowledge of & Ability to:
  • Code of Iowa and Iowa Administrative Code
  • Iowa and Federal Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedure and Rules of Evidence
  • Iowa Rules of Professional Conduct and Standards for Professional Conduct
  • Code of Federal Regulations
  • Methods, practices and references utilized in conducting legal research
  • Courtroom procedures and local court rules
  • Advanced mathematical concepts
  • Electronic court filing systems
  • English language to include grammar, spelling, sentence structure, vocabulary and proofreading skills
Ability to:
  • Represent the State of Iowa and Johnson County in Iowa State Court proceedings
  • Understand, interpret, apply and explain Code of Iowa/Iowa Administrative Code, federal laws and all rules, including the Rules of Professional Conduct, Evidence, and Criminal and Civil Procedure
  • Conduct legal research and produce accurate legal arguments for briefs, memorandums and other documents as needed
  • Present evidence in civil commitment hearings
  • Exercise sound professional judgment and prosecutorial discretion concerning cases, taking into consideration laws, policies, standards, precedents and the interests of justice
  • Work with minimum supervision in often difficult circumstances
  • Maintain confidentiality and security of information as appropriate
  • Represent Johnson County and perform duties in a professional, responsible and trustworthy manner
  • Be detail oriented while performing duties
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, victims and witnesses, judges, defense attorneys, law enforcement and members of the public
  • Interact effectively with persons representing widely divergent backgrounds, interests and points of view
  • Collect data, keep accurate records, and prepare various documents, including but not limited to memoranda, briefs, correspondence and legal documents
  • Maintain case files pursuant to office policy using electronic case management system
  • Handle multiple tasks and competing priorities
  • Use a computer for the purposes of word processing, data entry, legal filings, spreadsheets, presentations, e-mail, case management, scanning, e-filing and Internet
  • Operate common office equipment such as calculators, fax and postage machines, photo copiers, multi-line telephones and scanners
  • Handle moderate to high levels of stress, meet deadlines and solve problems appropriate to the position
  • Follow complex oral and written instructions
  • Organize and present facts, ideas, and opinions clearly and concisely, orally and in writing to groups and individuals in formal and informal situations
  • Have clarity of speech and hearing which permits effective communication
  • Have sufficient vision which permits moderate to heavy production and review of a wide variety of materials in both electronic and hardcopy forms
  • Have sufficient manual dexterity to make handwritten notations and which permits moderate to heavy use of a keyboard and mouse
  • Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
  • Sit, stand, walk, climb, squat, kneel, bend, twist and reach
  • Have sufficient personal mobility to complete work at various facilities
  • Work flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays, and additional time as needed
Minimum Education, Training & Experience & Special Requirements:Assistant County Attorney I: Juris Doctor degree and admission to practice law in Iowa
Assistant County Attorney II: Juris Doctor Degree and admission to practice law in Iowa AND four or more years of experience to include significant criminal law practice and/or government agency practice.

Special requirements:Valid driver's license and insurable under county liability coverage. May require use of personal vehicle for official county business.
Specific Duties:
to be performed satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation
The following duties are normal for this position.These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
  • Prosecute State of Iowa and Johnson County misdemeanor and felony charges in State court, including pre- and post-trial proceedings, probations revocations, forfeiture, extradition hearings and post-conviction relief matters.
  • Assist law enforcement and other appropriate agencies on legal issues and investigations of criminal actions including taking calls after hours as assigned and attend crime scenes when needed.
  • Keep victims and witnesses informed about the status of cases and utilize advocacy programs to assist victims and witnesses.
  • Carry out duties relating to civil commitment proceedings.
  • Manage diversion and/ or other programs offered by the County Attorney's Office
  • Advise and facilitate interdisciplinary groups that address needs in the community in which the County Attorney's Office has involvement.
  • Research issues as needed and as directed by the County Attorney.
  • Assist with training law enforcement and the public as requested by the County Attorney.
  • Participate in trainings/education opportunities, conferences, seminars and work-related meetings as requested.
  • Represent the County Attorney in community meetings and organizations as requested by the County Attorney.
  • Advise and assist with training of Assistant County Attorney I's and legal interns.
  • Maintain records of continuing legal education training and file all required reports in a timely manner to maintain valid Iowa law license.
  • Assist in carrying out duties of the County Attorney as directed by the County Attorney.
  • Perform all duties of an Assistant County Attorney I as needed.
  • Perform all work activities in accordance with County Attorney's Office and County policies, procedures and safety practices.
  • Attend work regularly.

Supplemental Description

Resume and cover letter must be attached to online application

***Candidates not yet licensed in Iowa may be hired contingent upon passing the Iowa Bar Examination and obtaining Iowa licensure***

Compensation for ACA II starts at $104,241.28/year

Compensation Grade

13

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