Assistant State’s Attorney

Full-time

No

Salary:
The salary range for the Assistant State’s Attorney position is $60,000 - $80,000 annually.


## Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office Juvenile Justice Division Assistant State’s Attorney

The **Cook County State’s Attorney Office** is seeking an Assistant State’s Attorney in the Misdemeanor, Felony Trial Division, and various units. This is a full-time exempt position with a salary range of $60,000 - $80,000 annually. The Assistant State’s Attorney will be responsible for prosecuting under the Criminal Code of the State of Illinois in geographical areas such as Chicago and its surrounding suburban districts including Skokie, Rolling Meadows, Maywood, Bridgeview, and Markham.

### Duties and Requirements:
- Prepare misdemeanor, felony and traffic cases for disposition by plea, trial, or alternative prosecution resolution
- Research legal issues, draft pretrial motions or other relevant legal documents, and respond to defense pretrial and post-trial motions appropriately
- Litigate pretrial and post-trial motions, petitions to rescind summary suspensions, bench trials, and/or jury trials
- Conduct bond hearings at both the misdemeanor and felony levels
- Communicate with and support victims and witnesses throughout the pendency of case proceedings
- Make appropriate charging decisions in felony matters through preliminary hearings or indictment before the Grand Jury of Cook County; and
- Present witness testimony before the Grand Jury

### Minimum Qualifications:
- Possess a . degree from an accredited law school
- Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, solid work ethic, attention to detail, accountability, and sound judgment.

To apply, forward a copy of your resume and statement of interest to Tolu Tepede, Legal Hiring at . In your statement of interest, please answer the following questions:

1. Why are you interested in this particular role?
2. What in your professional or personal experience has prepared you to succeed in this role?

The Cook County State’s Attorney Office is a vital part of the criminal justice system in Cook County, Illinois. The Assistant State’s Attorney will be expected to work closely with multiple law enforcement agencies and represent the People of the State of Illinois in hearings and trials. The Assistant State’s Attorney must be able to work well with people from diverse communities, work independently, have excellent time management skills, and be self-initiating. The Assistant State’s Attorney must also be able to effectively communicate the mission and values of the CCSAO to members of the community.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is looking to make an impact in their community and build a rewarding career in the legal field. The Assistant State’s Attorney will have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team of professionals and will have the satisfaction of knowing that their work is having a positive effect on the lives of those in their community.

If you are interested in being part of the Cook County State’s Attorney Office and have the qualifications required, then please apply today.

## Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office Juvenile Justice Division Assistant State’s Attorney

The Cook County State’s Attorney Office is seeking an Assistant State’s Attorney in the Misdemeanor, Felony Trial Division, and various units. This is a full-time exempt position with a salary range of $60,000 - $80,000 annually. The Assistant State’s Attorney will be responsible for prosecuting under the Criminal Code of the State of Illinois in geographical areas such as Chicago and its surrounding suburban districts including Skokie, Rolling Meadows, Maywood, Bridgeview, and Markham.

### Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare misdemeanor, felony and traffic cases for disposition by plea, trial, or alternative prosecution resolution
- Research legal issues, draft pretrial motions or other relevant legal documents, and respond to defense pretrial and post-trial motions appropriately
- Litigate pretrial and post-trial motions, petitions to rescind summary suspensions, bench trials, and/or jury trials
- Conduct bond hearings at both the misdemeanor and felony levels
- Communicate with and support victims and witnesses throughout the pendency of case proceedings
- Make appropriate charging decisions in felony matters through preliminary hearings or indictment before the Grand Jury of Cook County; and
- Present witness testimony before the Grand Jury

### Minimum Qualifications:
- Possess a . degree from an accredited law school
- Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, solid work ethic, attention to detail, accountability, and sound judgment.

The Cook County State’s Attorney Office is a vital part of the criminal justice system in Cook County, Illinois. The Assistant State’s Attorney will be expected to work closely with multiple law enforcement agencies and represent the People of the State of Illinois in hearings and trials. The Assistant State’s Attorney must be able to work well with people from diverse communities, work independently, have excellent time management skills, and be self-initiating. The Assistant State’s Attorney must also be able to effectively communicate the mission and values of the CCSAO to members of the community.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is looking to make an impact in their community and build a rewarding career in the legal field. The Assistant State’

Legal research, Litigation, Drafting legal documents, Charging decisions, Presenting witness testimony

J.D. degree from an accredited law school

Forward a copy of your resume and statement of interest to Tolu Tepede, Legal Hiring at

Qualification and Experience J.D. Degree from an accredited law school

Legal