Mississippi County Prosecuting Attorney

Charleston, Missouri

The Mississippi County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office is seeking a full-time, in-person Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Charleston, Missouri.

The position involves a mixed criminal docket, primarily handling traffic, misdemeanors, and occasional low-level felonies, with jury trials assigned as experience allows.

This is a fast-paced, high-volume, victim-centered office operating with a very small team.

Missouri Bar license required; prior criminal experience preferred.


Job Number:  01-260202-04: Assistant Prosecutor


Company Name:  Mississippi County Prosecuting Attorney 


The Mississippi County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office is seeking a full-time, in-person Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Charleston, Missouri.

This position involves a mixed criminal docket, primarily traffic, misdemeanors, and occasional low-level felonies, with jury trials assigned as experience allows. The ideal candidate is organized, reliable, and able to manage a caseload in a fast-paced, high-volume, victim-centered environment within a very small team.

Requirements:
-J.D. and active Missouri Bar license (in good standing)
-Criminal prosecution or defense experience preferred (1–2 years), but newly licensed attorneys encouraged
-Ability to exercise sound judgment, meet deadlines, and work independently

Compensation:
Salary $50,000+, commensurate with experience

Health insurance, retirement, paid holidays, vacation & sick leave

PSLF-qualifying employer


Interested Parties/How to Apply:     

Email resume, cover letter, and three references to claire@misscopa.com

Position open until filled.

Mississippi County is an Equal Opportunity Employer