Assistant County Attorney

Position:

Assistant Jefferson County Attorney Status:

Part-Time (approximately 20 hours/week) in-person

Salary:

$43,000

• 46,000

Schedule:

Flexible, based on workload, court schedule, and emergent matters The Jefferson County Attorney's Office is seeking a motivated and community-minded attorney to serve as a part-time Assistant County Attorney. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine meaningful public service with the flexibility to maintain or build a private civil practice. Under Iowa Court Rules, part-time prosecutors may engage in private civil legal work, making this role particularly well-suited for an attorney interested in establishing a practice in southeast Iowa or affiliating with an existing firm while gaining substantial courtroom experience.

Key Responsibilities may include:

• Criminal prosecution, including jury trials
• Providing civil legal advice and representation to county entities, including the Jefferson County Board of Adjustment/Assessor
• Litigation and general counsel work for county offices and agencies
• Close collaboration with law enforcement and government partners
• Professional and empathetic communication with crime victims
• Effective and collegial negotiation with defense counsel This role offers meaningful, hands-on legal experience with the flexibility to shape responsibilities based on the candidate's interests, experience, and availability.

Qualifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Iowa, or ability to obtain licensure promptly
• Strong interest in public service and the criminal justice system
• Willingness to engage in regular courtroom practice, including jury trials
• Ability to conduct legal research and draft memoranda on civil government matters
• Professional judgment, sound communication skills, and resilience in handling challenging subject matter
• Interest in living and working in a smaller community and making a tangible local impact Jefferson County offers the chance to do substantive legal work, build strong professional relationships, and serve a close-knit community where your work has visible impact.

To apply, please submit a CV and letter of introduction to Jeffcoatty@lisco.com

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$43,000.00

• $46,000.

00 per year

Work Location:

In person