Senior Assistant District Attorney- District Attorney's Office

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 assisting the District Attorney by litigating intermediate and high-level cases. Duties include:  assignment to the Conviction Integrity Unit litigating post-conviction claims under K.S.A. 60-1507. Reviewing police reports and other material related to criminal investigations; preparing and filing appropriate motions; appearance at dockets; and limited appellate practice.  

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Seven years of progressively responsible supervisory, criminal, civil, legal practice, or related work experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Experience with handling high level criminal cases highly desired. Good communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.  Membership in the Kansas State Bar and License to practice law in the State of Kansas required. Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws and regulations, Constitutional and/or Criminal law; court procedures and etiquette as well as sentencing guidelines.

Salary Range:

$34.74-$54.27/hr.

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its 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.

Company: Wyandotte County District Attorney's Office