Salary: $87,068.80 - $149,344.00 Annually
Location : Chaska Government Center, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 03127
Division: Attorney's Office
Department: Civil Division
Opening Date: 05/28/2026
Closing Date: 6/16/2026 4:30 PM Central
JOB SUMMARYThe Carver County Attorney's Office is looking for someone who values meaningful public service and the opportunity to collaborate with other dedicated professionals solving complex issues. Under the direction of the Civil Division Manager, the Assistant County Attorney or Senior Assistant County Attorney is responsible for providing legal services and representing the County, State or local municipalities in a wide variety of civil matters. Duties include providing legal advice and training to county divisions/employees/officials; conducting legal research; evaluating, preparing, and presenting cases in legal proceedings including motions, hearings, trials and appeals; and preparing and drafting legal documents. This position will provide essential support to the Public Works Division and the Parks Department, allowing planned projects to progress on schedule.
Carver County offers a comprehensive and flexible benefit plan to meet the needs of employees and their families including affordable health insurance, comprehensive dental insurance, a pension plan through Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA), 12 paid holidays, generous paid time off, and more! For a full list of benefits, please click here:
Upon completion of necessary training, the Assistant County Attorney or Senior Assistant County Attorney position is eligible for partial remote work.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe typical duties and responsibilities will vary depending on which classification most closely matches a candidate's qualifications.
Assistant County Attorney - to review job description and pay range
Senior Assistant County Attorney - to review job description and pay range
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAssistant County Attorney:• Juris Doctoral degree in law from an accredited law school
• A valid Minnesota Driver's License or evidence of mobility
• A valid license to practice law in the State of MN
• Must be able to successfully pass Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check, including CJIS fingerprinting.
Senior Assistant County Attorney: • Juris Doctoral degree in law from an accredited law school
• Five (5) years of experience as an Assistant County Attorney or equivalent experience as a practicing attorney
• A valid Minnesota Driver's License or evidence of mobility
• A valid license to practice law in the State of MN
• Must be able to successfully pass Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check, including CJIS fingerprinting.
SCORED EXAMINATION PROCESSAll applications will be screened for minimum qualifications, scored and ranked. The highest ranked candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be recommended for the scored oral examinations (interviews). Final selection for the position will include successful completion of oral interview(s), reference checks, and background investigation, including CJIS fingerprinting.
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Do you have a Juris Doctoral degree from an accredited law school?
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Are you currently licensed to practice law in Minnesota?
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Are you able to successfully pass Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check, including CJIS fingerprinting?
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Do you have any work experience as an Assistant County Attorney/Senior Assistant County Attorney or equivalent as a practicing attorney?
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If you indicated experience in Question 3, please briefly describe it below. If you do not have this experience, please indicate N/A.
Required Question