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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

Chief Attorney, Criminal Division

Anoka, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$173K/yr - $251K/yr

15+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Chief Attorney for the Criminal Division in Anoka County, where the mission is to preserve public trust and serve justice. The Chief Attorney will lead a team responsible for prosecuting felony crimes and ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards, while also collaborating with various justice partners to enhance the criminal justice system.

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Responsibilities

Work closely and collaboratively with the County Attorney, Chief Deputy County Attorney and other office leaders to set the vision of the criminal division consistent with the County Attorney’s philosophies

Maintain an office culture of encouragement and professional growth

Make decisions regarding policy and procedure

Participate with local, county, state, and federal law makers to shape and influence new rules, regulations, and statutes

Understand new legislation and start a plan for training and implementation of applicable laws

Establish and implement long-term and short-term goals for criminal division

Handle emergency matters and questions

Lead training and professional development in the division and for justice partners

Orient and mentor attorneys and law clerks

Responsible for hiring, retention, and discipline/termination of prosecutors and law clerks

Serve as a resource for your division and the office on criminal legal issues and ethical issues, charging questions, and case strategies

Participate in high-level policy meetings and decisions such as the office’s Brady/Giglio policy

Attend meetings and collaborate with internal and external partner divisions/agencies

Liaison to case management software, Evidence.com, and other technical advisory groups

Oversee the day-to-day management of the criminal division

Prepare and submit required annual reports and maintain division statistics

Appear for the State in important hearings and/or trials as necessary

Establish guidelines and retain authority over the final approval of plea negotiations, departures, restorative justice programs, and related policies

Qualification

Criminal law expertiseLegal research skillsTrial practice knowledgeTechnology proficiencyLeadership experienceCommunication skillsTeam buildingAnalytical skillsMentoring abilitiesConflict resolution

Required

Graduate of an accredited law school, licensed to practice law in Minnesota, and possess at least 15 years of legal practice experience, including a minimum of 10 years in criminal law

Successfully complete a background investigation

Preferred

High comfort level with and appreciation for technology and its use in the workplace

Prior experience managing others

Experience leading teams and creating positive and productive work environments

Experience representing a state, county, city or other government entity

Completion of paid Court of Appeals, Federal or District Court Judicial Clerkship

Knowledge of pleadings and practice of effective presentation of court cases including rules of court and evidence

Experience conducting legal research and data analysis

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

The Anoka County Attorney’s office values its employees and invests in their professional growth and development.

Employees have advancement and professional development opportunities.

Employees have access to a medical and dental satellite clinic located in the Anoka County Government Center with services dedicated exclusively to employees.

Employment packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Anoka County contributes to a pension plan, and employees can voluntarily supplement these contributions or take advantage of other retirement investment options.

Employees have paid Flexible Time Off (FTO) for vacation or for health issues or appointments.

Employees are also paid for recognized holidays as approved annually by the Anoka County Board of Commissioners.