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Geary County Assistant County Attorney in Junction City, Kansas
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JOB SUMMARY The job duties of the Assistant County Attorney include but are not limited to represent the State of Kansas in the prosecution of felony and misdemeanor crimes, Child in Need of Care cases, and Juvenile Offender cases; to prepare appellate briefs and orally argue them before the Kansas appellate courts; to assist law enforcement and give advice when needed or requested; and to provide responsive, courteous, and efficient service to County residents and the general public. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties described below are indicative of what the Assistant County Attorney might be asked to perform. This job description is to incorporate any County Resolutions for the position of Assistant County Attorney. This position description is not designed to list all tasks and responsibilities of this position. Geary County reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need may arise. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Operational Functions: Prosecute assigned cases under guidelines established by the County Attorney. Litigate any and all civil forfeiture cases submitted to the Geary Countys Attorneys Office by various law enforcement agencies. Coordinate criminal investigations as necessary and assist law enforcement in the drafting and execution of search warrants. Litigate criminal cases, to include jury selection, direct examination and cross examination of witnesses and complete any post-conviction litigation to include appeals. Assist law enforcement and other prosecutors, when needed or requested. Review all assigned cases for prosecution if appropriate and determine appropriate charges. Attend all court proceedings necessary for the prosecution of all assigned cases. Prepare and timely file all necessary pleadings related to all assigned cases. Communicate with all necessary persons in all assigned cases. Assist governmental or private local, state and federal agencies with the promotion of public safety and the current status of the law.