Assistant State's Attorney, Criminal Division - Experienced

Assistant State's Attorney, Criminal Division - Experienced Job Title:

Assistant State’s Attorney –

Experienced 6-10 years , Criminal Division Reports to : Supervisor and Deputy Supervisors of the Criminal Division Location : Criminal Prosecutions Bureau, Chicago, IL municipal courts and surrounding suburban districts including Skokie, Rolling Meadows, Maywood, Bridgeview, and Markham Bureau : Criminal Prosecution’s Bureau Note:

The Cook County State's Attorney's Office does not sponsor H1-B work visa petitions. Salary:

$92,587-$167,934. Salary ranges are provided by law; however, individual compensation is based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, years and quality of experience. General Description: The Criminal Prosecutions Bureau of the Cook County State’s Attorney Office is seeking an experienced Assistant State’s Attorney in the Felony Trial Division. Duties/Responsibilities: Will be assigned to cover geographical areas (e.g., Chicago, Suburban Courthouses, etc.) in Cook County. Will be prosecuting under the Criminal Code of the State of Illinois. Expected to work closely with multiple law enforcement agencies and represent the People of the State of Illinois in hearings and trials Able to work well with people from diverse communities, work independently, have excellent time management skills and be self-initiating. Able to effectively communicate the mission and values of the CCSAO to members of the community. Will litigate motions, petitions, bench and jury trials and all functions related to the aforementioned trials Work with witnesses and victims to prepare for testimony Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications and Skills: Applicants must possess a law degree (J.D.) from an accredited law school Be either a member in good standing with the Illinois bar, or eligible for admission to Illinois bar on Motion (reciprocity) Must have 6-10 years of criminal law experience Must have 3-5 years of criminal trial experience Must understand and meet all deadlines Knows and understands the elements of felony offenses and evidentiary rules Excellent legal research and legal writing abilities Demonstrate the ability to articulate sound legal arguments both orally and in writing, as well as articulate the rationale for decisions made A solid work ethic and show attention to detail and accountability Ability to make appropriate charging decisions in felony matters through preliminary hearings or indictment before the Grand Jury of Cook County Ability to work independently as well as be part of a team, including courtroom personnel Managing Discovery Preferred Qualifications and Skills: 4-6 years of criminal practice 3-6 years of prosecutorial practice 3-6 years trial experience either at the misdemeanor or felony level Ability to run a daily court call The Assistant State’s Attorney will be assigned to cover geographical areas (i.e. Chicago, Suburban Courthouses, etc.) in Cook County. The Assistant State’s Attorney will be prosecuting under the Criminal Code of the State of Illinois. Physical Requirements: Light work. Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO) is an equal opportunity employer, which seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The CCSAO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Cook County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial stability, and work-life balance, including medical, dental, and vision plans, Paid Time Off (PTO) program, and a pension plan through Cook County.

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