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Assistant County Attorney - Criminal Division

United States

118 Days ago

Job Description


Kind of Work

The St. Louis County Attorney is seeking an experienced criminal prosecutor with excellent communication skills and the ability to successfully handle the challenges of daily litigation.

Duties include charging and preparing all levels of adult criminal offenses for trial or resolution in the interest of justice. Courtroom advocacy experience, a demonstrated commitment to public service, integrity, and passion for justice are highly desired attributes.

Salary is commensurate with experience. The 2025 starting salary range is $75,171 and can be as high as $164,632 with 14 years of experience.

Vacation accruals range from 5.75 - 9.5 hours every two weeks, commensurate with experience as a practicing attorney.

St. Louis County also offers personal leave, sick leave, paid holidays and full range of employment benefits, including a prodigious wellness program.

St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer and encourages all interested candidates to apply.


Please submit a resume and letter of interest to:
Wade Backstrom
St. Louis County Attorney?s Office
100 N. 5th Avenue West, #501
Duluth, MN 55802-1298
backstromw@stlouiscountymn.gov

Resumes will be accepted if emailed or postmarked by August 27, 2025.

Practice Areas & Specialty

Criminal, Litigation

Designation

Attorney

Key Skills Required

AdvocacyCommitmentCommunicationLitigationPublic Service

Job Overview


Job Function: Legal Services / Legal

Job Type: Full Time

Workplace Type: Not Specified

Experience Level: Not Specified

Salary: $75,171 - $164,632 / Annual Salary

Experience: 14 - 15 yrs

Contact Information


Company Name: St. Louis County, MN

Recruiting People: HR Department

Website: N/A

Location

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