The City of Bismarck is seeking a temporary part-time Assistant City Attorney to provide legal services. The position, based at the City County Building in North Dakota, offers an hourly wage between $35 and $50, depending on experience. The role requires working 15-25 hours per week.
Key responsibilities include preparing cases for prosecution in municipal court, reviewing police reports for criminal charges, and preparing cases for jury trials in district court. The attorney will also conduct legal research, assist with municipal court issues, draft legal documents and ordinances, and respond to public inquiries about city regulations.
Candidates must have graduated from an accredited law school and possess sufficient experience to understand subordinate positions' work. A current membership in the State Bar of North Dakota is required.
The job listing highlights the need for knowledge of local, state, and federal laws; civil litigation; courtroom procedures; and relevant software programs. Skills in producing persuasive arguments, problem analysis, solution development, personnel training and supervision are also essential.
Applications close on November 14th at 11:59 PM Central Time. Further details can be found on the official government jobs website.