Assistant County Attorney Job at Seward County, KS, Liberal, KS

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  • Seward County, KS
  • Liberal, KS

Job Description

Job Summary:
The Assistant County Attorney will support the County Attorney in providing legal advice and representation to the county government. This role involves conducting legal research, preparing legal documents, and assisting in courtroom proceedings. The position may include prosecution of juvenile, felony, misdemeanor, and/or traffic cases.



Qualifications:

  • Must be licensed to practice in the State of Kansas or signed up for next bar exam
  • 0-5 years of relevant legal experience
  • Strong knowledge of municipal law, government operations, and legal procedures
  • Excellent research, writing, and communication skills


Responsibilities:

  • Assist the County Attorney in drafting legal documents, such as contracts, ordinances, and resolutions
  • Conduct legal research on various issues affecting the county government
  • Provide support during court hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings
  • Review and interpret laws, rulings, and regulations to advise county officials
  • Collaborate with other county departments and external legal counsel as needed
  • Keep abreast of changes in the law and legal trends that may impact the county


Additional Requirements:

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Professional demeanor and strong work ethic

Benefits Include:

  • $3000 Signing Bonus
  • Health Insurance
  • KPERS
  • All yearly CLE expenses paid
  • Southwest Kansas Bar and Kansas Bar Association fees paid
Salary Dependent on Experience

How to Apply:

To be considered, all of the following materials must be submitted.

  • Completed and signed Seward County application.
  • Job-related resume including contact information for three professional references.

Selection Process

Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant an interview. Applicants selected for an interview will be notified of the time and place of the interview. Interviews are typically carried out by the relevant departments.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

For more information regarding this position contact Russell Hasenbank by email at, rhasenbank@sewardcountyks.org or Erich Witcher by email at, ewitcher@sewardcountyks.org

More information about Seward County Jobs can be found at

Job Tags

Full time, Relocation package,

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