Practicing Attorney 2024-02953

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Practicing Attorney 2024-02953

Salary

$5,054.39 - $11,446.91 Monthly

Location

Casper, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2024-02953

Department

District Attorney-Natrona County

Division

District Attorney-Natrona County

Opening Date

12/12/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Exempt

Job Classification

ATTY99

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• Benefits

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position is for an entry-level attorney in the District Attorney's Office with one of the busiest criminal dockets in the State of Wyoming. We are looking for an attorney with 0-2 years of experience who will handle a very busy misdemeanor caseload.

Human Resource Contact: Samantha Drew /samantha.drew2@wyo.gov/ 307-777-7667

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Handles basic core assignments: rules making, contracts, document review, client counseling, legal research for higher-level Attorneys, opinion writing, appellate briefs, oral arguments, settlements, and client counseling.

• In the Prosecution/Public Defender environment, it handles a variety of misdemeanors. May receive training and assist in juvenile delinquents, Child in Need of Supervision, and Neglect cases with supervision.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Seeking an attorney with 1-2 years of experience and familiarity with the Wyoming criminal justice system

KNOWLEDGE:

• Basic knowledge of the Wyoming criminal justice system, Westlaw, writing briefs, reviewing and managing cases, and interacting with law enforcement, victims, and witnesses.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Juris doctorate.

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position is mostly sedentary.

• Will require walking outside in the varying elements to get to the Courthouse.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt

• This is an At-will position

Supplemental Information

157-Natrona County District Attorney's Office

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.

There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!

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