Prosecutor

Unified Government of Wyandotte County • Full-time • Kansas City, Kansas, United States • $37.41 - $45.88 / hour • 3w ago

All positions require that the applicant be a resident of Wyandotte county or willing to relocate within (12) months from the date of hire. As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer physical examination and drug screen. And submit proof of identity and employment eligibility. Job Description: Responsible for prosecuting violations of municipal ordinances, litigating appeals by defendants in District Court, and assisting the Chief Counsel in providing legal advice and services to the Unified Government. Duties include: prosecuting Municipal violations of ordinances and codes, corresponding and meeting with victims, witnesses, defense attorneys, and defendants, handle arraignments, trials, sentencing and appeals; providing legal advice to code enforcement, building inspections, and rental licensing and other departments and agencies responsible for enforcing municipal codes and ordinances; participating in meetings, workshops, and roundtables to coordinate and develop strategies for improvement and maintenance of legally mandated standards and codes; serving as a liaison between the Unified Government and neighborhood watch groups; performing legal research; providing legal advice to Police Department and other law enforcement agencies. Qualifications: Any equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. License to practice law in Kansas and Juris Doctorate degree required. Salary Range: $37.41-$45.88/hr. The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce. If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please contact the mainline (913) 573-5660 or email the staff member. Company: Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS Learn more about us on our Website.