Interim County Attorney

Performs complex professional work advising the County Board and agencies on all legal matters; represents the   County in all civil and criminal court hearings; prosecutes all felony, gross misdemeanor and criminal matters in the   County, and related work as apparent or assigned.  Work involves setting policies and goals under the direction of the   Electorate.  Departmental supervision is exercised over all personnel within the department. Represents Swift County in Court and Administrative proceedings.  Supervises department staff.  Coordinates with other criminal justice agencies; advises law enforcement officials and criminal investigators; advises County Officials on legal matters.  Drafts criminal and civil complaints and civil petitions.  Researches legal issues; reviews reports from law enforcement and County agencies.  Prepares cases for court hearings and trials; interviews witnesses. Prepares and reviews County contracts; drafts and reviews proposed county ordinances.  Educates the community on the criminal justice and court system. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The   requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable   accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Comprehensive knowledge of municipal and county law, torts, contracts, civil rights, administrative process, and real   property; comprehensive knowledge of local, state and federal laws and court decisions affecting municipalities and   counties; thorough knowledge of standard office procedures, practices and equipment; ability to present complex ideas   effectively orally and in writing; ability to handle complex trial and appellate litigation; ability to establish and   maintain effective working relationships with County officials, court officials, members of the bar and the general public; comprehensive knowledge of personnel and employment law; parliamentary procedures; general knowledge of personal   computer and associated hardware and software programs; skill in drafting ordinances and resolutions; ability to work   independently and/or as a member of a team; ability to supervise the work of subordinate personnel; ability to prepare   concise reports; ability to express ideas clearly and effectively orally and in writing.