Job Number: 01-260324-02:  Assistant Prosecuting Attorney - SVU

Company Name:   Boone County Missouri

Responsibilities:
• Conducts factual and legal analysis of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse reports submitted by law enforcement agencies to determine whether charges should be filed based on the facts and the law
• Represents the State of Missouri at docket calls, jury trials, and grand jury proceedings
• Manages assigned cases.
• Maintains proficiency in Missouri and Federal law.

Position Details:
• Status: Full-time, exempt, benefited
• Starting Annual Salary Range: $92,435 - $99,112

What You Bring
Minimum Qualifications:
• Strong trial experience, advanced understanding of rules of evidence, exceptional legal writing, and the ability to work collaboratively with law enforcement and victims.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex, emotionally challenging caseloads under high pressure.
• Deep understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse with the ability to work with victims in a manner that minimizes re-traumatization.
• Experience or training specializing in trauma-informed interviews, interviewing children and vulnerable individuals, and handling sensitive, high-stakes investigations.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Three plus years of criminal litigation with a focus on felonies.

Why Join Us?
Additional benefits of being an Assistant Prosecutor with Boone County are paid continuing legal education classes, paid Bar dues, bi-annual out-of-office training through the Missouri Office Prosecution Services plus other exciting training opportunities through various state and national associations, membership in the National District Attorney's Association, and the opportunity to conduct jury trials as well as the opportunity to seek justice every day.

Benefits That Truly Stand Out
Boone County Government offers one of the most competitive public-sector benefit packages in the region:
• Health, dental & vision Insurance starting day one
(Including medical/dental plans with no employee premium options!)
• Pension plan
• Two matching deferred compensation plans
• 14 paid holidays
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• No-cost life and disability insurance options
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer

This is stability, security, and service, all in one career move.


Why Columbia, Missouri?

Living in Columbia means enjoying the energy of a thriving college town and the cultural heart of Mid-Missouri. Home to beloved events like the True/False Film Fest, Columbia offers:

• A vibrant arts, music, and restaurant scene
• 278+ miles of scenic local trails
• Outdoor adventures at Rock Bridge Memorial State Park
• Easy access to Jefferson City, St. Louis, Kansas City, and the Lake of the Ozarks

It’s a place where career opportunity meets exceptional quality of life.


Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re looking for a career where your SVU expertise drives real impact and where your work directly supports the community, Boone County Government is ready for you.

Join the team. Serve with purpose. Grow with us. 

See what it’s like to work here: https://youtu.be/xCtE48jgaV4


Interested Parties/How to Apply:     

Apply online at www.boonemo.gov, Select Job Openings or call (573) 886-4395 ext. 2 with questions.
 
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An Equal Opportunity Employer