Assistant City Attorney

Description:

General Purpose:
The Criminal Division of the A Government Entity is seeking an individual with a strong interest in the challenging and fulfilling field of criminal prosecution. The position provides for immediate courtroom and trial opportunities. The position would also include participation in treatment courts and domestic violence court. Applicants should have a passion for ensuring public safety while acting diligently and consistently in the interests of justice.

The Criminal Division Team for the A Government Entity is (located in) housed within the Bemidji Police Department. This partnership fosters communication between law enforcement and prosecutors, which has led to more community engagement in the justice system. To continue to foster that community engagement, the Office encourages attorneys to be involved in the community.

Salary range is $99,638.62 – $122,543.93, depending on experience.

Benefits include the following:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• A Cafeteria Benefit Plan which includes:
• Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
• HSA/VEBA
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Accident Insurance
• Hospitalization and injury Insurance
• Childcare savings accounts
• A Defined benefit retirement program (PERA)
• Deferred compensation retirement plans
• Education on retirement investing
• Paid MN State Bar Association Dues
• Paid CLE Credits
• Paid Licensure
• Wellness programs

Performs assigned municipal civil and criminal legal related work responsibilities as required. Position otherwise operates under minimal supervision and exercises independent judgment within the framework of accepted policies and practices.

Supervision Received:
Works under the direction of the City Attorney and City Manager.

Supervision Exercised:
Exercises supervision over legal and administrative staff.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Primarily responsible for prosecution of petty misdemeanor, misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor crimes committed within the City, including required case preparation, court appearances and trial.
• Assist with DWI vehicle forfeiture program.
• Assist with provision of general municipal legal advice to City Manager, City Council and department heads.
• Drafts municipal ordinances and resolutions and negotiates and drafts contracts/agreements and policies.
• Legal research and preparation of legal arguments and briefs necessary for decision making purposes, trial preparation and/or appeal.
• Respond to citizen/public inquiries relative to complaints, municipal policies and procedures.
• Works with City Attorney, City Manager and department heads to provide oversight and direction for City relative to projects, policies and operations.
• Acts as City Attorney when the City Attorney is absent.
• Attend City Council and various board or committee meetings as directed. Some meetings will be on mornings and/or evenings, before or after normal business hours.
• Performs other duties as apparent or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

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