Prosecuting Attorney

Full Job Description

The Saint Paul City Attorney’s Office is currently accepting applications for two (2) full-time prosecutor positions in its Criminal Division. The pay range will be dependent on qualifications.

• Associate Attorney Salary Level: $52.55 - $59.78; $109,304 - $124,342.40 Annually
• Attorney Salary Level: $55.74 - $68.82; $115,939.20 - $143,145.60 Annually
• Senior Attorney Level: $65.35 - $81.88; $135,928 - $170,310.40 Annually

Attorneys in the Criminal Division represent the City and are assigned to handle high volumes of a variety of criminal cases from charging through appeal.

Here’s what you can expect to do:

These positions will involve prosecuting individuals charged with petty misdemeanor, misdemeanor, and gross misdemeanor offenses. Typical work performed includes:

• Screens cases for criminal charges by reviewing and evaluating reports from law enforcement, assessing evidentiary issues and the merits of cases, and recommending approval or declining of charges.
• Represents the City by preparing for and making appearances at arraignments, pretrial hearings, jury trials, sentencing, and other court proceedings; keeping affected parties informed as to case status; negotiating resolution of cases, and recommending disposition of cases.
• Conducts case investigations by identifying and researching legal issues, interviewing victims and witnesses, and obtaining evidence from sources such as phone records, business records, video, audio, or other digital evidence, background searches, and other evidentiary materials.
• Drafts, files, and/or submits criminal complaints, memoranda, discovery requests, appeals, proposed court orders, pleadings, motions, letters, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Drafts ordinances, resolutions, rules, and policies.
• Plans, organizes, mentors, and leads the work of lower-level employees within the Criminal Division as requested by the City Attorney, Deputy City Attorney, or Supervising Attorney.

Information Specific to these Positions:

These positions perform a wide variety of routine to complex professional legal work at the full performance level in the Criminal Division.

The worksite for these positions is at the Saint Paul City Attorney’s Office located in downtown Saint Paul.

While some telework may be possible upon approval of the City Attorney, this position is not a remote position.

Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.?

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of SaintPaul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Requirements

Job classification and salary will be commensurate with experience.

Associate Attorney: Candidates for positions as an Associate Attorney will have at least a Juris Doctorate Degree and a license to practice law from the Supreme Court of the State of Minnesota and candidates must have at least two years of experience as an attorney in active public or private practice.

Continued employment as an Associate Attorney is contingent upon maintaining such licensure.

Attorney: Candidates for positions as an Attorney will have at least a Juris Doctorate Degree and a license to practice law from the Supreme Court of the State of Minnesota and candidates must have at least 3 years of directly related attorney experience.

Continued employment as an Attorney is contingent upon maintaining such licensure.

Senior Attorney Level: Candidates for positions as an Attorney will have at least a Juris Doctorate Degree and a license to practice law from the Supreme Court of the State of Minnesota and candidates must have at least 7 years of directly related attorney experience.

Continued employment as a Senior Attorney is contingent upon maintaining such licensure.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent legal research and writing skills
• Strong analytical, communication, and trial strategy skills

Qualifications

1. Submit a City of Saint Paul online application, including answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire.
2. Upload the following required documents via the online application system. You will not be able to submit your application without these documents attached. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
   • Resume
   • Writing Sample
   • A legible copy of your proof of license to practice law in the State of Minnesota (required at time of hire)

First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide.

Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call1-855-524-5627.

Additional Information

Unclassified Posting: This is an UNCLASSIFIED position and is therefore not governed by City Civil Service Rules. All who meet the criteria and requirements stated on the job posting will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list.

Final Selection Process: You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process.

Human Resources Contact Information:
Chrissy Hauge at 651-266-6512
E-mail: christine.hauge@stpaul.gov

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.