What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Attorney General - Criminal Prosecution position at State of Nebraska?
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Hiring Agency
Attorney General - Agency 11
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate
$0.000
Job Posting
JR2026-00027193 Assistant Attorney General - Criminal Prosecution (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
Job Description
The Nebraska Department of Justice is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Attorney General in the Criminal Prosecution Division. This division prosecutes significant felony and misdemeanor crimes and works closely with individuals and agencies to pursue justice on behalf of the State.
This role offers the opportunity to handle meaningful criminal prosecutions representing the State prosecuting criminal cases in state trial courts throughout Nebraska. As an Assistant Attorney General in the Criminal Bureau, you will build significant courtroom experience, take on complex criminal-law issues, and help protect Nebraskans.
Please email a cover letter, writing sample, and resume to:
Nebraska Attorney General’s Office
Email: AGO.recruiting@nebraska.gov
Examples of Work Performed
Applicants accepting a job offer must pass a background check.
Requirements/Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school. Licensed to practice law in Nebraska or clear ability to be licensed by motion. Minimum of one year’s experience in a private law firm, government agency, or as a judicial clerk. Excellent legal writing skills. Demonstrated Work Ethic.
Preferred Qualifications
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Hiring Agency
Attorney General - Agency 11
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate
$0.000
Job Posting
JR2026-00027193 Assistant Attorney General - Criminal Prosecution (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
Job Description
The Nebraska Department of Justice is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Attorney General in the Criminal Prosecution Division. This division prosecutes significant felony and misdemeanor crimes and works closely with individuals and agencies to pursue justice on behalf of the State.
This role offers the opportunity to handle meaningful criminal prosecutions representing the State prosecuting criminal cases in state trial courts throughout Nebraska. As an Assistant Attorney General in the Criminal Bureau, you will build significant courtroom experience, take on complex criminal-law issues, and help protect Nebraskans.
Please email a cover letter, writing sample, and resume to:
Nebraska Attorney General’s Office
Email: AGO.recruiting@nebraska.gov
Examples of Work Performed
- Prosecuting a wide variety of felony and misdemeanor crimes including homicide, child and elderly abuse, white collar, property, drug, official misconduct, and other cases as assigned.
- Consulting with crime victims and updating victim liaisons about case status.
- Communicating with witnesses, defense counsel, and peer County Attorneys regarding pending matters.
- Researching issues of criminal law, writing briefs and memoranda, conducting pretrial hearings, negotiations and trials all in the pursuit of successful prosecutions.
- Salary commensurate with skills and experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Travel is required
- Individual could either work from NDOJ’s 1221 N Street location or in a location in Greater Nebraska commensurate with the Office’s needs.
Applicants accepting a job offer must pass a background check.
Requirements/Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school. Licensed to practice law in Nebraska or clear ability to be licensed by motion. Minimum of one year’s experience in a private law firm, government agency, or as a judicial clerk. Excellent legal writing skills. Demonstrated Work Ethic.
Preferred Qualifications
- Three or more years of civil litigation, appellate advocacy, or criminal prosecution experience
- Prior experience in successful prosecution of significant felony crimes or public corruption cases
- Demonstrated subject matter expertise
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.