Assistant State’s Attorney Burleigh County, Bismarck
The Burleigh County Human Resource Department will be accepting applications from February 20, 2008 through
March 19, 2008 for the position of an Assistant State’s Attorney available in the Burleigh County State’s Attorney’s
office. This position begins June 2008.
The description below contains a general summary and specific outline for
duties as an Assistant State’s Attorney; a specific job description can be obtained from the Human Resource
Department.
Recruitment: Internal/External
Salary Grade: 11
Starting Pay Range: $3,680-$4,011 per month
Minimum Qualifications:
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in the State of North Dakota.
Requires a valid driver’s license, with a clean driving record; applicant will be subject to a standard post offer
background and criminal records check.
Must efficiently operate a computer with knowledge of word processing, Westlaw, and/or similar legal research
software.
Must communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for gathering evidence, conducting civil and criminal lawsuits including trials and appeals, and
presenting information in court to prosecute or defend actions.
Advise law enforcement officers, prepare and present warrants, hold probable cause hearings, and review police
reports for prosecution.
Advise elected and appointed officials and county employees as to their legal duties and represent agencies in
court.
Draft legal documents, prepare legal opinions, pleadings, motions, briefs and orders, and conduct legal research.
Establish and maintain working relationships with judiciary, other attorneys, and county officials.
Perform other duties as assigned.
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted on a Burleigh County Application for Employment form along with a resume,
writing sample excluding law review submissions, references, and a cover letter with a written summary that
clearly explains how the applicant’s work experience is related to the description of duties and responsibilities,
minimum qualifications and level of work experience for the position to:
Burleigh County Human Resources,
221 N 5th St., PO Box 5518, Bismarck, ND 58506-5518.
Applications must be received or postmarked by
March 19, 2008. Email: fwatson@nd.gov Telephone number: (701) 222-6669. Fax Number: (701) 221-
3395.
Applicants who are residents of North Dakota and eligible to claim veteran’s preference must include Form
DD214. Claims for disabled veteran’s preferences must also include Form DD214 and a letter less than one year
old from the Dept. of Veteran’s Affairs indicating disability; claims for preference as the eligible spouse of a
disabled or deceased veteran must include Form DD214, a marriage certificate, and a letter less than one year
old from Dept. of Veteran’s Affairs indication disability, or the veteran’s death certificate.
Application forms are available through Burleigh County Human Resource Department or may be downloaded
from the Internet at the following address : http://www.co.burleigh.nd.us/employment/
People who may need additional job information or may require accommodation or assistance with the
application or interview process should contact Felicia Watson at 701-222-6669.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The employing agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or
disability in employment or the provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota
Human Rights Act.