WOODBURY COUNTY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE                   posted 10/04/2011 

Woodbury County, Iowa, a governmental unit as prescribed by the Iowa Code, will accept applications in
Room 701 of the Woodbury County Court House, 620 Douglas Street, Sioux City, Iowa, for the
following position:

COUNTY ATTORNEY DEPARTMENT             

TITLE:  Asst. County Attorney                                SALARY RANGE:  $50,347 - $58,225/yr.
            (Misdemeanor Division)                                                             (Based on Experience)
                                                                                                               (Plus Benefits)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Prosecuting attorney representing the State of Iowa, Woodbury County, and the Woodbury County
Attorney in the professional, aggressive and ethical handling of assigned cases and investigations. 
Performs with excellence all attorney functions in assigned cases, including all phases of trials, hearings, depositions, investigatory evidence-gathering procedures, and other proceedings; makes appropriate
charging and other decisions; exercises good judgment in the disposition of cases consistent with
justice, public safety, the well-being of victims and applicable law; prepares and files court documents
and pleadings; performs excellent legal research; competently evaluates evidence; interviews witnesses
and evaluates witness demeanor and credibility; assists law enforcement officers in criminal investigations; communicates effectively; gives after-hours advice by telephone to law enforcement officers; operates word-processing computer terminal equipment; complies with all office policies; performs related professional
duties as required by the County Attorney.  Full-time position.

APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:

A completed County application form and a resume are required.  Must be of good
moral character and fitness and be licensed by the Iowa Supreme Court to practice law
in the State of Iowa.  Must pass a background investigation, physical exam and drug
screening prior to employment.  Must also be an effective advocate and communicator and possess
keen analytical skills; have empathy for crime victims and citizens dealt with; be professional in appearance
and demeanor; be able to work well with others and treat others with respect, patience and dignity; possess
good knowledge of the general principles of criminal and civil law, of relevant Iowa Code sections, of the
Iowa Rules of Evidence, Criminal Procedure, and Civil Procedure, the Iowa Code of Professional Responsibility
For Lawyers, and Federal and Iowa constitutional law principles relating to criminal procedure and criminal
law; possess good knowledge of effective trial practice methods, tactics, strategy and procedures.
The employer will not refuse to hire a disabled applicant who is capable of performing the essential
requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.  Applicants for employment
should contact the Human Resources Dept., Room 701, of the Woodbury County Court House for further information.  Deadline for receipt of applications shall be:  4:30 p.m., Friday, October 14, 2011,
or until the position is filled.

www.woodburyiowa.com  
Human Resources Dept., Rm. 701
Woodbury County Court House
620 Douglas Street
Sioux City, IA 51101

 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

WRIGHT COUNTY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE                   posted 09/28/2011

ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY – PLUS

Wright County

The Wright County Attorney’s Office, in conjunction with Houser, Berkland & Simonson law office,
is accepting applications for a full-time attorney’s position. The job includes a part-time
position as Assistant Wright County Attorney, and a part-time associate position with
Houser, Berkland & Simonson law office – a unique job opportunity offering a variety of criminal
and civil work.

The Wright County Attorney’s Office and Houser, Berkland & Simonson law office are
located in Belmond – a nice community with all the amenities! Belmond has great
schools, a municipal pool, fitness center and biking/walking trails.

To find out more about Belmond, visit www.belmond.com. To find out more
about Wright County visit www.wrightcounty.org.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited law school and a license
to practice law in Iowa. Salary starts at $40,100 + percentage, negotiable
depending on experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance.

Send resumes to:

Eric R. Simonson
Wright County Attorney
PO Box 247
Belmond, IA 50421

 Phone: 641-444-3240
Email: countyatty@co.wright.ia.us

 Position will remain open until filled.
Wright County is an Equal Opportunity Employer