Job Number:  01-260127-04: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

Company Name:  County of Saline


The Saline County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office is currently seeking applications for a full-time Assistant Prosecuting Attorney. 

Short version:
This position may entail all responsibilities you have or will read that are listed for other current Missouri APA openings, as well as victim advocacy. If you are seeking a stiff work environment, please apply elsewhere. This is a close-knit, family-friendly office of five, but you could be number six (did you say “seven” after reading “six”?). Will you get rich? No, but let’s face it, you already know that because it is public service / government work. Will it be enjoyable and rewarding? Absolutely. Saline County has a population of around 23,000 people, with both I-70 and US-65 running through it. Albeit a more rural county, case types can range from drugs to murder, financial exploitation of the elderly to 167 mph on the interstate, and child abuse to conservation violations. If you want courtroom experience, you will get it here.

Long version:
Job description
The primary responsibilities include representing the State of Missouri in criminal cases throughout any possible stage of criminal cases arising out of Saline County, victim advocacy, as well as civil matters such as County Counselor, DOR, PCR, and expungements.
Employees must meet the minimum requirements, conditions of employment, and be able to perform successfully all essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. Below is a summary of the list of the primary duties, not a comprehensive list.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
• Prosecute all phases of trials, motions, hearings, dockets and misdemeanor appeals
• Review case referrals from law enforcement and make charging decisions
• Advocate for and with victims, including case updates and resource referrals
• Communicate effectively with law enforcement officers, victims, and the defense bar
• Appear frequently in court and assist with on call duties
• Conduct research (Westlaw access provided, none of that LexisNexis stuff)

Education, Formal Training, and Experience
• Juris Doctorate Degree
• Valid license to practice law in the state of Missouri (or anticipating a valid license soon)
Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Other Requirements
• Full-time position; general office hours 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
• This position may require irregular hours and may be required to work on-call during evenings and weekends
• May be required to reach with hands/arms; sit or stand in court for long periods of time
• May be exposed to infectious diseases, potentially hostile criminal defendants/witnesses or prison inmates
• May occasionally be required to lift/move up to 50 pounds

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Competencies
• Proficiency in English is required, but proficiency in Spanish is a plus
• Knowledge and ability to use a personal computer to prepare reports, maintain records, search/navigate/compile data (experience with Karpel case management system is a plus)
• Ability to interpret and explain complex policies, processes, regulations, and applicable laws in lay terms
• Ability to consistently demonstrate sound ethics and judgment
• Ability to think analytically and apply sound judgement, solve problems, make effective decisions, and act with integrity
• Ability to comprehend, process, apply verbal and written skills appropriate to the job
• Ability to accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
• Ability to use County resources effectively and efficiently

Salary/benefits:
• Annual salary will be around ~$62,000.00
• Paid time off (sick/vacation, holidays), paid CLE/training, 401(k), CERF
• Health insurance (monthly premium covered), additional options for vision and dental




Interested Parties/How to Apply:     

Please send a resume with references to thompson@salinecountymo.org or deliver to the

Saline County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office 
19 E. Arrow, Room 100
Marshall, Missouri 65340

Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Applicants selected for an in-person interview will be notified by phone to schedule the interview.