The City of Topeka’s Criminal Prosecution division is seeking a licensed attorney to join its team as an Assistant Attorney. This is an excellent opportunity to gain courtroom experience, develop strong litigation and research skills, and make a meaningful impact in the community through public service.

What you'll do:

• Prosecute pro se and court appointed represented misdemeanor and traffic cases in Municipal Court under the direction of the Chief of Prosecution and/or the City Attorney.
• Prepare pleadings, memoranda, legal briefs and other documents for review.
• Respond to questions from the public and city staff regarding city ordinances, state statutes and city policy.

The ideal candidate:

• Has knowledge of Federal and State statutes and City ordinances.
• Is skilled in organization and time management.
• Has the ability to prioritize tasks and exercise sound judgement.
• Possesses excellent communication skills with the ability to explain statutes, ordinances, policies and procedures to all levels of the community and organization.

Minimum qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required.
• Must be licensed to practice law in the state of Kansas.
• Demonstrated experience in the legal field is required.
  • Two years of experience in the legal profession as a licensed attorney or intern is preferred.
• Must pass an extensive background check, including a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check.

Annual Entry Salary: $65,781 - $77,220 depending on qualifications

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The City of Topeka offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health/Dental/Prescription Insurance
• Kansas Public Employee Retirement System.
• Generous paid Vacation and Sick leave
• Paid Life/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Deferred Comp Savings Plan
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic
• Free in-house fitness facility
• Employee Assistance Program

The City of Topeka is an Equal Opportunity Employer