St. Charles County Associate Attorney

OPEN TO LICENSED ATTORNEYS HOLDING A VALID LICENSE TO PRACTICE LAW ONLY

TO APPLY: All applications must be submitted through our County Website at link below:

https://www.sccmo.org/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=98&From=FullTime-98&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=ASSOCIATE-COUNTY-COUNSELOR-COUNTY-COUNSE-94

JOB DESCRIPTION: The purpose of this position is to provide legal services to the County, with a primary focus on transactional, advisory, and regulatory matters, including drafting and reviewing contracts, ordinances, resolutions, agreements, and other legal documents; assisting in the development and implementation of County policies and programs; and providing legal advice and opinions to County officials and employees. The position also involves representing the County in administrative proceedings and litigation as assigned. The work is performed under the supervision of the County Counselor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

-Gathers information, conducts legal research and prepares variety of documents for legal opinions, legal actions and related areas on behalf of the County.

-Prepares motions, pleadings, memoranda, briefs, discovery documents, etc.

-Prepares defense of claims and complaints by or against the County, recommends action and takes such action as is necessary. Prepares and takes cases to trial, including in county, state, federal and administrative tribunals.

-Conducts discovery, examination of witnesses and cross-examinations, gathers documents and exercises discretion as to what will be used as exhibits and compiles related case information. Files pre-trial and post-trial motions, and litigates appeals.

-Represents County departments in mediations and settlement negotiations.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education

• Juris Doctorate from a recognized law school.
• Missouri License to practice law in good standing.

• Job Experience

• Three to five years of law practice with transactional and/or governmental experience.

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Maintains knowledge of current local, state and federal laws regarding County functions; Federal, State and County court procedures; County rules, regulations and organization.

This is a full-time position which includes a full range of benefits including Paid Time Off, Extended Medical Leave, Holidays, Employee Health, Dental, Life, Disability, Retirement, and Tuition Assistance programs.

Applications will be accepted on a continuing basis until the position is filled or a sufficient number of qualified candidates have applied.

St. Charles County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. St. Charles County is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. A pre-employment drug screen is required for all positions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,588.10 - $174,065.96 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Doctorate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person