Assistant State's Attorney

3 weeks ago


Waukegan, United States Lake County IL Full time

General Description

Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides rewarding compensation, an excellent benefit package and career growth opportunities? If so, Lake County Government is the place for you. Comprised of nearly 3,000 employees, it is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment.

The Criminal Division of the Lake County State's Attorney's Office is seeking an entry level attorney in our Misdemeanor/Traffic Division. Applicants should be eager to litigate in a high volume courtroom. The position involves managing a misdemeanor and traffic caseload, negotiating cases, motion practice and trials. Prior experience is not necessary.

Essential Functions

* Conducts traffic and misdemeanor bench and jury trials.
* Runstrafficcourtcallsatoneofouroff-sitebranchcourts.
* Organizesandpreparestrafficandmisdemeanorstatusandtrialcalls.
* Exercisesindependentdiscretioninchargingmisdemeanorcases.
* Evaluatesandnegotiatestrafficandmisdemeanorcases.
* Interactseffectivelywithlawenforcementagencies,colleaguesandJudges.

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must, at a minimum, meet the following qualifications:

* MustbealicensedattorneyinIllinoisorawaitingbarresultswithanactive711license.
* Goodknowledgeofcriminallaw,criminalprocedure,andrulesofevidence.
* Abilitytoanalyzefacts,exercisesoundjudgment,anddetermineappropriatecase resolutions.
* Willingnesstolitigateinacourtroomandconstantlyimprovetrialskills.
* Abilityandwillingnesstolearnandutilizetechnologyincluding,butnotlimitedto,basic computer knowledge, courtroom technology, and courtroom presentations.

Competency

To perform the job successfully, an individual must demonstrate the following competencies.

* Candidates must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and be able to practice strategic thinking.
* Organization,attentiontodetail,andsoundjudgmentarerequired.
* Candidatesmusttakeinitiativeandbeadaptabletochangesinthework environment.
* Dependability and punctuality are imperative for success in this role.

Education and/or Other Requirements

* Completion of a Juris Doctorate degree program.
* LicensedAttorneyintheStateofIllinoisoranewgraduateawaitingbarresultswithan active 711 license.
* Valid Driver's License.

Note: Recent graduate awaiting bar results who has a current 711 license will be considered.

Supplemental Information

Reasonable accommodations may be made in order to perform the essential functions. This job description describes a general category of jobs. In order to meet the needs of Lake County Government or its departments, employees may be assigned other duties, in addition to or in lieu of those described above, and any duties are subject to change at any time.

Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.

Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (EOE).



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