Assistant County Attorney II

Description

To provide legal services for Mille Lacs County by prosecuting criminal cases and providing legal representation in civil lawsuits to protect the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Mille Lacs County.

This position operates under the AFSCME-ACA bargaining unit. Complete 2026 salary range is $53.06/hr-$69.40/hr. For a complete position description, click here.

This position will involve criminal and/or civil duties of the County Attorney's Office, depending on experience and qualifications. Interest or experience in civil law is preferred but not required. This posting is being posted in conjunction with job posting 00900-Assistant County Attorney I; only one of these two positions will be filled.

Essential Functions

This job description indicates the normal type and level of work expected of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as apparent or assigned.

• Consults and advises law enforcement officers and other enforcement agencies preparatory to issuing criminal complaints.
• Makes decisions regarding the filing of criminal charges and to what extent on misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor and limited felony matters with supervision of the County Attorney.
• Determines which evidence and witnesses to use in a trial; judges appropriateness of plea agreements, whether or not to dismiss charges, and determines appropriateness of sentences on misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor and limited felony matters with supervision of the County Attorney.
• Drafts complaints for criminal prosecutions and prepares and conducts prosecutions of defendants in criminal actions in district and municipal courts on misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor and limited felony matters with supervision of County Attorney.
• Represents the County at preliminary hearings and arraigning of defendants.
• Consults with and advises the county board, county officials, employees, representatives, commissions and boards regarding their respective powers, duties, and obligations.
• Discusses possible plea agreements with opposing counsel and attends pretrial and evidentiary hearings.
• Receives juvenile reports and prepares delinquency, dependency, neglect and/or termination of parental rights petitions through each petition’s final adjudication.
• Consults and advises police officers and other law enforcement personnel on law enforcement office policy and procedure.
• Informs witnesses about court procedures and reviews all testimony before trial.
• Consults and advises county agency clients and county support and collection personnel regarding paternity, child support, welfare and URESA matters.
• Consults, advises, and represents the County in welfare appeal and inebriety/mental illness commitments.
• Drafts warrants and information, prepares search warrants, directs investigations, witness interviews, conducts legal research, prepares memoranda of law and briefs supporting trial tactics, motions, jury instructions, and drafts pleadings and proposed findings, orders and judgments.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Minnesota State Bar (valid license to practice law in the State of Minnesota).
• Class D Driver’s License.
• Experience practicing criminal law (or civil governmental law when applicable), including litigation of proceedings regarding state, county, and city matters is preferred.
  
  

Selection Process

Applicants will be selected based on a review of training and experience. Top candidates will be invited to participate in oral interviews.

This is a continuous posting that will remain open until filled.

The following is intended to be a general overview of benefits provided for full-time positions. Insurance benefits become effective the first day of the month following the month of hire. Further details and a complete copy of the applicable contract/policy language are available at the time an employment offer is extended. If you have any questions about the benefits, please contact the Administrative Services Office at hr@millelacs.mn.gov.

Medical Insurance

Employees have three (3) medical insurance plans to choose from, within three (3) different networks. The rates shown are effective 1/1/2026 through 12/31/2026.

Single Coverage Total Monthly Premium

Single Coverage Monthly Employee Cost

Single Coverage Monthly HSA Contribution

Family Coverage Monthly Total Premium

Family Coverage Monthly Employee Cost

Family Coverage Monthly HSA Contribution

RTS Medica Passport

2000-25% HSA

$971.66

$0

$93.75

$2,582.30

$932.30

N/A

850-40

$1,093.56

$121.90

N/A

$2,906.28

$1,256.28

N/A

400-35

$1,155.78

$184.12

N/A

$3,071.64

$1,421.64

N/A

RTS Medica Elect

2000-25% HSA

$850.20

$0

$208.33

$2,259.52

$609.52

N/A

850-40

$956.86

$0

N/A

$2,543.00

$893.00

N/A

400-35

$1,011.30

$39.64

N/A

$2,687.68

$1,037.68

N/A

RTS Medica VantagePlus

2000-25% HSA

$825.90

$0

$229.17

$2,194.96

$544.96

N/A

850-40

$929.52

$0

N/A

$2,470.34

$820.34

N/A

400-35

$982.42

$10.76

N/A

$2,610.90

$960.90

N/A

Employees may choose to contribute additional funds to their HSA each year, up to the IRS limit of $4,400 for singles, and $8,750 for families. Once at age 55, employees can contribute an additional $1,000 (to either single or family) as long as they are not covered under Medicare. The IRS limit applies to the total employer and employee contributions combined. Employer contributions (if eligible) will go into a Health Savings Account.

Dental Insurance

There is no cost to the employee for single coverage. Family coverage costs the employee $76.46 per month.

Vision Insurance

Vision coverage is available and paid for by the employee at the following monthly rates:

• Employee Only - $5.85
• Employee Spouse - $11.69
• Employee Children - $11.31
• Family - $18.35
  
  

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s) Available

Plan options include medical and dependent care FSAs, as well as a premium only plan (pre-tax deduction of medical and dental premiums). These amounts cannot be changed during the year unless there is a qualifying life event. All funds must be used by the claims deadline.

• FSA Medical/Health max election of $3,400 per year
• Limited Purpose FSA max election of $3,400 per year (funds can only be used for vision, dental or orthodontia expenses when paired with an HSA until medical deductible has been met)
• FSA Dependent Care max election of $7,500 per year per family ($3,750 if married and filing separately)
  
  

Paid Time Off

Holidays: Full-time employees have approximately 14.5 paid holidays per year, including floating holidays, subject to the terms of the Personnel Policy or Collective Bargaining Agreement as applicable.

Vacation: Full-time employees earn 11 to 23 days per year, depending on tenure. Part-time employees earn pro- rated accruals.

Sick Time: Full-time employees accrue 12 sick days per year. Part-Time employees earn pro-rated accruals.

Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) Benefits Provided

Employees fall under the General, Police & Fire, or Correctional defined benefit plan depending on their position. PERA rates and handbooks available on-line: http://www.mnpera.org

Contribution amounts are based on the employee’s pay each pay period.

Employer Contribution Employee Contribution

• Coordinated Plan 7.5% 6.5%
• Police & Fire Plan 16.2% 10.8%
• Correctional Plan 10.25% 6.83%
  
  

Deferred Compensation Program Available

Deferred Compensation Plans are available through Nationwide: https://www.nrsforu.com/rsc-web- preauth/index.html

Life Insurance

There Is No Cost To The Employee For $15,000 In Basic Life Insurance Coverage. Rates For Voluntary Additional Coverage For Employee Or Spouse Vary According To Age Category

AgeofEmployee Or Spouse EmployeeMonthlyCost Per $1,000

Underage 35

• 06
  
  

35-39

• 10
  
  

40-44

• 12
  
  

45-49

• 17
  
  

50-54

• 25
  
  

55-59

• 45
  
  

60-64

• 68
  
  

65-69

1.29

70-74

2.08

Dependent Life & Child Life Insurance Packages Available

Child life is available as a $10,000 policy on each child; the cost is $1.30 per month. Dependent care is available as a $2,500 policy on all tax dependents; the cost is $0.66 per month.

Long-term Disability Insurance Plan Available

Rates vary according to age and coverage amount; rates listed reflect monthly costs.

Age

Per$100Monthly Benefit

Underage 25

• 26
  
  

25-29

• 33
  
  

30-34

• 40
  
  

35-39

• 48
  
  

40-44

• 65
  
  

45-49

• 94
  
  

50-54

1.25

55-59

1.51

60

1.53

Short-term Disability Insurance Plan Available

Rates vary according to age and coverage amount; rates listed reflect monthly costs.

Age

Per$100WeeklyBenefit

UnderAge 30

1.00

30-34

1.10

35-39

1.10

40-44

1.10

45-49

1.30

50-54

1.70

55-59

2.00

60-64

2.40

65

2.80

Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Confinement Insurance Available

01

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Do you have a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Please describe your education as indicated in question #2, including name of college or university attended. If none, type "N/A."

04

Please list any clinics or externships you participated in during law school. If none, please type "none."

05

Do you have a valid license to practice law in the State of Minnesota?

• Yes
• No
  
  

06

How many years of experience do you have practicing law?

• None
• Up to 2 years
• 2-4 years
• 4-6 years
• 6 or more years
  
  

07

Please describe your experience as indicated in the previous question, including type of work performed and number of years of experience. If no experience, type "none."

08

Do you have experience practicing criminal law or civil governmental law?

• Yes
• No
  
  

09

Does your previous experience include litigation of proceedings regarding state, county, and/or city matters?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question