Assistant County Attorney I or II - Civil

A Government Entity

  • Foley, MN
  • 1 - 8 Years
  • Full Time
  • 2026-33-3
  • 41 - 61 / Hourly
  • Not Specified
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Closing Date: 27th October, 2026

Description:

Position Summary:
Exciting Career Opportunity!
Assistant County Attorney I or II - Civil

Practice Civil Law. Advise Local Government. Serve Benton County.

The Benton County Attorney's Office is seeking a dedicated Assistant County Attorney I or Assistant County Attorney II – Civil to join our team of legal professionals serving the people of Benton County. This position provides an opportunity to practice in a diverse and challenging civil law environment, handling a wide range of legal matters on behalf of Benton County. Responsibilities include representing the County in civil litigation and administrative matters, providing legal counsel and guidance to County departments, offices, boards, and commissions, and advising on matters involving land use, data practices, contracts, employment, taxation, Human Services, and other areas of County government. The role also provides opportunities to work on matters involving local governance, public services, and community well-being while collaborating with County officials, employees, and other professionals.

Schedule: Full-Time | Rotating On-Call Responsibilities | Other hours as needed, with the ability to earn comp time.

Compensation:
  • Assistant County Attorney I (Grade 15): Hiring pay range is $41.35 to $49.04 per hour (Steps 1–6), depending on qualifications and experience, with career advancement potential up to $56.72 per hour (Step 11). Click here to view the Assistant County Attorney I job description. (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/benton/classspecs/1723772?pagetype=classSpecifications)
  • Assistant County Attorney II (Grade 17): Hiring pay is determined based on qualifications and experience, with career advancement potential up to $61.94 per hour (Step 11). Click here to view the Assistant County Attorney II job description. (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/benton/classspecs/1723832?pagetype=classSpecifications)

Who We're Looking for:
  • Must be admitted to practice law in the State of Minnesota, have an active Minnesota license in good standing with the Minnesota Supreme Court, and be authorized to practice law in Minnesota throughout employment.
  • Skilled in oral and written advocacy
  • Able to manage a diverse civil caseload with professionalism, sound judgment, and accuracy
  • Strong legal research, analysis, and problem-solving skills
  • Able to provide practical legal advice and guidance to County departments, officials, boards, and commissions
  • Comfortable working on a variety of civil legal matters, including litigation, contracts, land use, data practices, Human Services, and other areas of County government
  • Able to work collaboratively with County officials, employees, departments, and outside agencies while exercising appropriate independent judgment
  • Committed to public service, collaboration, and justice

Interview Process:
Initial interviews may be conducted by phone or in person (TBD). Please monitor your email for updates and scheduling information.

Location:
Benton County Attorney's Office:
To learn more about the Benton County Attorney's Office (Minnesota), you can visit their official page here: Visit the Benton County Attorney's Office webpage. (https://www.co.benton.mn.us/159/County-Attorney)

Application Deadline:
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.

View Full Job Description and Apply: Benton County Career Opportunities (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/benton)

Position Summary:
Assist the County Attorney in the performance of professional legal duties, including providing legal counsel to Benton County and prosecuting criminal cases in Benton County.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The job description below outlines the essential functions of the Assistant County Attorney I or Assistant County Attorney II classification, including the duties associated with the Civil Attorney assignment. The full job description is available on our website and can be accessed using the link provided above.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. They are not intended to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Not every incumbent will perform each duty listed below on a regular basis; however, each incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions and duties assigned to the position within the County Attorney's Office.
  • Handle court trials, summary judgment motions, depositions, and mediations.
  • Communicate and coordinate with witnesses, victims, pro se defendants, and other attorneys.
  • Complete legal research and interpret laws and statutes.
  • Write legal motions and briefs to submit to the Court.
  • Prepare documents, including appeals to the Minnesota Court of Appeals and Minnesota Supreme Court.
  • Advise and train law enforcement and human services on legal issues and assist with search warrants.
  • Draft pleadings and appear in court to seek the requested relief.
  • Review law enforcement policies and procedures to ensure statutory and regulatory compliance.

Civil
  • Represent the County in civil litigation, zoning enforcement actions, human service administrative appeals, forfeiture actions, tax appeals, condemnations, and drainage proceedings.
  • Provide legal counsel, legal training, and guidance to the County Board, Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment, County departments and offices, Benton Soil and Water Conservation District, and other applicable boards, commissions, and entities; and attend meetings as needed.
  • Assist in providing legal counsel to the County Board and other county officials and employees on county matters, including representing employees subpoenaed to testify.
  • Conduct legal issue reviews and provide advice regarding data practices, human services, land use, right-of-way, wetlands, drainage, employment, elections, taxation, recording matters, and other County legal matters.
  • Review and draft ordinances.
  • Review plat and subdivision issues.
  • Draft and review contracts.
  • Advise and provide training to county employees related to data practices law and other necessary training.
  • Manage adult civil commitment matters, including reviewing pre-petition screening reports, medical and psychological reports, and drafting Court orders, including final commitment orders and Jarvis Orders.
  • Assist Human Services with child support establishment and enforcement actions, paternity adjudication actions, and financial collections.
  • 1. Draft pleadings, including summons, complaints, motions, orders to show cause, findings of fact, conclusions of law, orders for judgment, affidavits, wage withholding orders, and garnishment documents.
  • Prepare for and attend Expungement Hearings.
  • Determine appropriate remedy for reimbursement of costs associated with out-of-home placement, medical assistance, and treatment of children.
  • Responsible for bankruptcy questions, issues, and documents.

Criminal Prosecution
  • Criminal prosecution includes all petty misdemeanor and ordinance violations, misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, felonies, serious felonies, contested evidentiary hearings, omnibus hearings, court trials, jury trials, bail hearings, and probation violation hearings. Prosecution also includes criminal matters for municipalities within the County that contract with the County for prosecution services.
  • Represent Benton County and the State by prosecuting petty misdemeanors, misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, and felonies, including contested evidentiary hearings, court trials, jury trials, bail hearings, omnibus hearings, and probation violation hearings.
  • Perform file review, including review of criminal histories, sentencing guidelines, legal research, rules of criminal procedure, case law, and Minnesota statutes.
  • Attend all criminal court appearances, including Rule 5, Rule 8, bail hearings, pretrial, contested omnibus, settlement conference, trial, sentencing, restitution, probation violation, review hearings, and post-conviction relief hearings.
  • Review and analyze criminal cases with police reports, video, and other evidence.
  • Advise the Victim Services staff, manage relationships with victims of crimes, and analyze restitution claims.
  • Convene, prepare, and present evidence before the Grand Jury, as required.
  •  Review and prepare extradition paperwork to return the Defendant to the Demanding State.
  • Prepare and review search warrants, arrest warrants, administrative subpoenas, pen registers, and wiretaps.

Juvenile