What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Corporation Counsel - Attorney position at Douglas?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Under the general direction of the Corporation
Counsel, this attorney position provides civil legal services, advice
and representation for Douglas County. Attorney responds to legal
inquiries, rendering legal assistance and opinions to departments within
Douglas County government, litigating cases and also initiates and
conducts legal proceedings, drafts legal documents, and does appellate
work when necessary. Represent the interests of the State of Wisconsin
as attorney for the child support agency, including commencement and
handling of legal proceedings for the establishment of paternity, child
support, child support modification, review, enforcement and related
issues. Represent the interests of the State of Wisconsin, the County
and public interest in the prosecution of mental health, guardianship
and protective placement proceedings. Assist in preparation and review
of related pleadings, stipulations, orders, warrants, petitions,
summons, motions, judgments and related legal documents. Research and
deliver legal opinions related to County Department programs, practices,
and procedures. Prepare, draft, and file legal documents including
pleadings, discovery, motions, judgments, appeals and related reports
necessary for litigation; or drafts opinions, orders, or decisions.
Provide legal representation for County departments in court
appearances. Provide legal representation for the County in appellate
work in which the County is a party. Review and draft contracts and
leases when the County is a party. Draft and review County ordinances.
Advise and represent the County in all civil legal proceedings involving
the County including zoning ordinance violations, public health
violations and small claims actions. Provide consultation on Wisconsin
Public Records and Open Meeting laws. Maintain confidentiality and
discretion regarding confidential and sensitive files, reports,
materials and conversations in compliance with applicable State and
Federal Statutes And Regulations. Performs Other Duties As Required.
\*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform these essential functions. FLSA status: Exempt.
Full-time based on 40 hours per week. 2026 salary grade: \$42.42 -
\$45.86 \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from
an ABA accredited law school, Juris Doctor degree. State of Wisconsin
Law Licensure required. 2 years of active legal practice experience as a
licensed attorney prior to the date of application preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge and legal practice experience in the fields of
family law, administrative, mental health, guardianships, collections,
open meetings and public records law, and code enforcement desired. Must
successfully pass criminal background checks. Valid driver\'s license or
other reliable transportation to perform job duties plus driving record
that meets County standards required. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Other: Submit applications online via website to:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/douglascountywi For questions
regarding job opening or hiring process, contact Douglas County Human
Resources Department; Government Center-Suite 301; 1316 N 14th Street;
Superior, WI 54880. 715-395-1429.
Counsel, this attorney position provides civil legal services, advice
and representation for Douglas County. Attorney responds to legal
inquiries, rendering legal assistance and opinions to departments within
Douglas County government, litigating cases and also initiates and
conducts legal proceedings, drafts legal documents, and does appellate
work when necessary. Represent the interests of the State of Wisconsin
as attorney for the child support agency, including commencement and
handling of legal proceedings for the establishment of paternity, child
support, child support modification, review, enforcement and related
issues. Represent the interests of the State of Wisconsin, the County
and public interest in the prosecution of mental health, guardianship
and protective placement proceedings. Assist in preparation and review
of related pleadings, stipulations, orders, warrants, petitions,
summons, motions, judgments and related legal documents. Research and
deliver legal opinions related to County Department programs, practices,
and procedures. Prepare, draft, and file legal documents including
pleadings, discovery, motions, judgments, appeals and related reports
necessary for litigation; or drafts opinions, orders, or decisions.
Provide legal representation for County departments in court
appearances. Provide legal representation for the County in appellate
work in which the County is a party. Review and draft contracts and
leases when the County is a party. Draft and review County ordinances.
Advise and represent the County in all civil legal proceedings involving
the County including zoning ordinance violations, public health
violations and small claims actions. Provide consultation on Wisconsin
Public Records and Open Meeting laws. Maintain confidentiality and
discretion regarding confidential and sensitive files, reports,
materials and conversations in compliance with applicable State and
Federal Statutes And Regulations. Performs Other Duties As Required.
\*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform these essential functions. FLSA status: Exempt.
Full-time based on 40 hours per week. 2026 salary grade: \$42.42 -
\$45.86 \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from
an ABA accredited law school, Juris Doctor degree. State of Wisconsin
Law Licensure required. 2 years of active legal practice experience as a
licensed attorney prior to the date of application preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge and legal practice experience in the fields of
family law, administrative, mental health, guardianships, collections,
open meetings and public records law, and code enforcement desired. Must
successfully pass criminal background checks. Valid driver\'s license or
other reliable transportation to perform job duties plus driving record
that meets County standards required. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Other: Submit applications online via website to:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/douglascountywi For questions
regarding job opening or hiring process, contact Douglas County Human
Resources Department; Government Center-Suite 301; 1316 N 14th Street;
Superior, WI 54880. 715-395-1429.
Salary : $42 - $46