Attorney I - Prosecuting Attorney

Do you want to be a part of the change?  The St. Louis County Office of the Prosecuting Attorney is hiring prosecutors to support our mission to enhance public safety while promoting an equitable justice system. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who want significant court room experience and a high level of responsibility while receiving training and mentoring from some of the most talented attorneys and trial lawyers in the region.

The starting salary will be between $63,473 - $74,271 annually. Starting salaries vary based on the candidate’s qualifications. In addition to our family-friendly, collegial work environment, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/administration/personnel/benefits.

St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government.  For more information regarding this program, please visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.Performs professional legal work including research and litigation under the direction of a supervisor as follows:

• Prosecutes criminal misdemeanors for the State of Missouri.
• Prosecutes criminal felony cases at preliminary hearing in Associate Circuit Court and in Circuit Court on a limited basis.
• Represents the State in criminal appeals.
• Represents the State Board of Probation and Parole in matters of probation revocations.
• Processes criminal warrants charging defendants with crimes by evaluating facts, reports, evidence and witness statements which allege the criminal action.
• Responds to petitions for habeas corpus.
• Appears for the State on default judgments, drafts post trial motions and appellate briefs to support the State's position concerning legal issues.
• Instructs investigators as to specific tasks required for the preparation of a case.
• Participates in pleas and sentencing in circuit court on behalf of the state.
• Performs related work as required.

Candidates should possess a Juris Doctorate degree from an American law school accredited by the American Bar Association and licensure to practice law or awaiting results from the recent bar examination.SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT:  A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.
 
The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above.  The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade.  A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment.  After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire.  Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.  
 
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
 
 All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.  Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory.  The cost of screening will be covered by the County.
 
HOW TO APPLY:  Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis.  We only accept On-line applications.
 
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY:  The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation.  Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Fax:  (314) 615-7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov