Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City

Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City

·15 days ago

Assistant district attorney i-district attorney's office

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Location

onsite, Kansas City, KS, United States

Salary

$69k/yr

Commitment

Full Time

Level

Junior (<2 years)

Required skills

LitigationLegal researchTrial preparationCriminal lawAppellate practiceNegotiationEvidence presentationDrafting motionsDrafting search warrantsInterviewing witnesses

Job Description

As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer physical examination and drug screen. And submit proof of identity and employment eligibility.

Job Description:

Responsible for enforcing the laws of the State of Kansas, prosecuting cases ranging in levels of complexity and violations from misdemeanor to high-level felony, and representing the State’s interest. Duties include preparing and presenting evidence; preparing for trials; interviewing witnesses; researching legal issues; preparing exhibits; preparing and reviewing journal entries, motions, and orders relating to court proceedings; negotiating with attorneys; filing criminal cases; preparing search warrants; appealing issues with the Kansas State Court and the Kansas Supreme Court; arguing at appellate court; preparing briefs; and, tracing progress of appeals through the courts.

Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited school of law, Juris Doctorate, and zero to seven years of litigation and work-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position. Membership in the Kansas State Bar; License to practice law in the State of Kansas or the ability to obtain one.

Salary Range:

$34.21-$58.39/hr.

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values an inclusive workforce.

If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please contact the mainline (913) 573-5660 or email the staff member.

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