Kansas AG
Deputy County Attorney
Kansas AG, Wellington, Kansas, United States, 67152
at Sumner County in Wellington, Kansas, United States
Job Description
Position: Deputy County Attorney I (Full-time or Part-time)
Department: County Attorney’s Office
Pay Level: 10, Status: Exempt
Minimum education/experience required: Applicants must have a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school. Must have a license to practice law in the State of Kansas and maintain license throughout employment.
Position is appointed by and under the supervision of the County Attorney. Responsibilities include the preparation and prosecution of traffic cases, mental commitment cases, and other cases assigned. An office and support staff are provided in the courthouse. Regular office hours are expected to be kept and there will be some afterhours work.
A complete job description is available in the County Clerk’s Office. Single Health Insurance provided.
Application Closing Date: Until Filled
If any questions, contact the Sumner County Clerk’s Office, 501 N. Washington Rm 101, Wellington, Ks. 67152. Phone 620-326-3395 EOE Position Summary
The Deputy County Attorney I is appointed by and under the supervision of the County Attorney. This position involves various legal duties and responsibilities as provided by statutes and as prescribed by the County Attorney. Responsibilities include the preparation and prosecution of cases involving the violation of criminal, civil, or traffic law. Work is performed under the general direction of the County Attorney, but the employee has considerable latitude for independent judgment and initiative within established policies. Essential Functions
Interviews and advises complainants and witnesses; Examines, evaluates and presents evidence; Prepares and prosecutes juvenile offense, Care & Treatment, Child in Need of Care, Traffic and Criminal cases, both misdemeanor and felony; Prepares opinions, briefs, pleadings and other legal documents; Studies and analyzes writs, pleadings, exhibits, case files and records in order to ascertain the issues before the court and appropriate legal precedent; Appears before the Sumner County District Court on arraignments, evidentiary hearings, preliminary hearings, termination hearings, bench trials and jury trials; Prepares briefs and other motions for the Kansas Supreme Court and Kansas Court of Appeals; Appears before the Kansas Supreme Court and Kansas Court of Appeals; Prepares pleadings and appears on extradition cases; Prepares pleadings and represents the State of Kansas on Habeas Corpus and other civil matters pertaining to criminal cases. Marginal Functions
Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned; Attends training seminars and classes as required by the County Attorney. Experience
None required. Education
Applicants must have a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school. Also, applicants must have a license to practice law in the State of Kansas and maintain license throughout employment. Technical Skills
Ability to present statements of facts, law and arguments clearly and logically in written or oral form; effectively analyze and appraise legal problems and to apply legal principles and precedent to particular sets of facts, establish and maintain effective working relationships. Knowledge of the canons of professional ethics of the American Bar Association and the related provision of the Kansas State Bar, the principles and application of criminal and civil law; trial procedures and rules of evidence; legal and organizational skills. Ability to deal tactfully with other persons and to communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing. Proficiency in using computer software applications to include word processing, spreadsheet and databases. Problem Solving
Extensive problem solving exists. Typical problems involve analyzing and appraising legal situations and then applying legal principles and precedent to the particular sets of facts to determine the most appropriate legal action to take. Decision-Making
Extensive decision making required. Decisions relate to determining the most appropriate and effective legal action that should be taken in cases of the violation of criminal, civil, and/or traffic laws. Supervision
Limited direct supervision provided related to daily job functions. Work performance may be reviewed for general procedures and effectiveness. Employee has limited supervisory responsibilities over subordinate personnel. Financial Accountability
Employee is accountable for the proper recording and handling of any fees or valuables encountered in the performance of duties. Personal Relations
Frequent contact with personnel in all areas of the criminal justice system and frequent contact with the general public. Working Conditions
Adverse working conditions generally do not exist in this position. Work hours are generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Unexpected work hours may be required due to emergency proceedings or scene investigations where the presence of the County Attorney’s Office is necessary. Physical Requirements
To perform the duties of this job, the employee must have fine and gross manual dexterity. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color vision and depth perception. Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time. Ability to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds; bend, stoop and kneel. The specific statements in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
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Position: Deputy County Attorney I (Full-time or Part-time)
Department: County Attorney’s Office
Pay Level: 10, Status: Exempt
Minimum education/experience required: Applicants must have a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school. Must have a license to practice law in the State of Kansas and maintain license throughout employment.
Position is appointed by and under the supervision of the County Attorney. Responsibilities include the preparation and prosecution of traffic cases, mental commitment cases, and other cases assigned. An office and support staff are provided in the courthouse. Regular office hours are expected to be kept and there will be some afterhours work.
A complete job description is available in the County Clerk’s Office. Single Health Insurance provided.
Application Closing Date: Until Filled
If any questions, contact the Sumner County Clerk’s Office, 501 N. Washington Rm 101, Wellington, Ks. 67152. Phone 620-326-3395 EOE Position Summary
The Deputy County Attorney I is appointed by and under the supervision of the County Attorney. This position involves various legal duties and responsibilities as provided by statutes and as prescribed by the County Attorney. Responsibilities include the preparation and prosecution of cases involving the violation of criminal, civil, or traffic law. Work is performed under the general direction of the County Attorney, but the employee has considerable latitude for independent judgment and initiative within established policies. Essential Functions
Interviews and advises complainants and witnesses; Examines, evaluates and presents evidence; Prepares and prosecutes juvenile offense, Care & Treatment, Child in Need of Care, Traffic and Criminal cases, both misdemeanor and felony; Prepares opinions, briefs, pleadings and other legal documents; Studies and analyzes writs, pleadings, exhibits, case files and records in order to ascertain the issues before the court and appropriate legal precedent; Appears before the Sumner County District Court on arraignments, evidentiary hearings, preliminary hearings, termination hearings, bench trials and jury trials; Prepares briefs and other motions for the Kansas Supreme Court and Kansas Court of Appeals; Appears before the Kansas Supreme Court and Kansas Court of Appeals; Prepares pleadings and appears on extradition cases; Prepares pleadings and represents the State of Kansas on Habeas Corpus and other civil matters pertaining to criminal cases. Marginal Functions
Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned; Attends training seminars and classes as required by the County Attorney. Experience
None required. Education
Applicants must have a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school. Also, applicants must have a license to practice law in the State of Kansas and maintain license throughout employment. Technical Skills
Ability to present statements of facts, law and arguments clearly and logically in written or oral form; effectively analyze and appraise legal problems and to apply legal principles and precedent to particular sets of facts, establish and maintain effective working relationships. Knowledge of the canons of professional ethics of the American Bar Association and the related provision of the Kansas State Bar, the principles and application of criminal and civil law; trial procedures and rules of evidence; legal and organizational skills. Ability to deal tactfully with other persons and to communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing. Proficiency in using computer software applications to include word processing, spreadsheet and databases. Problem Solving
Extensive problem solving exists. Typical problems involve analyzing and appraising legal situations and then applying legal principles and precedent to the particular sets of facts to determine the most appropriate legal action to take. Decision-Making
Extensive decision making required. Decisions relate to determining the most appropriate and effective legal action that should be taken in cases of the violation of criminal, civil, and/or traffic laws. Supervision
Limited direct supervision provided related to daily job functions. Work performance may be reviewed for general procedures and effectiveness. Employee has limited supervisory responsibilities over subordinate personnel. Financial Accountability
Employee is accountable for the proper recording and handling of any fees or valuables encountered in the performance of duties. Personal Relations
Frequent contact with personnel in all areas of the criminal justice system and frequent contact with the general public. Working Conditions
Adverse working conditions generally do not exist in this position. Work hours are generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Unexpected work hours may be required due to emergency proceedings or scene investigations where the presence of the County Attorney’s Office is necessary. Physical Requirements
To perform the duties of this job, the employee must have fine and gross manual dexterity. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color vision and depth perception. Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time. Ability to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds; bend, stoop and kneel. The specific statements in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
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