ASSISTANT STATES ATTORNEY - FELONY DIVISON

Madison County, IL • Edwardsville, IL

174d • $78,000 - $105,000

About The Position

The Madison County State's Attorney's Office has multiple openings for full-time Assistant State's Attorneys to prosecute serious, felony offenses. The position requires a minimum of 4 years' experience as a litigation attorney, with a preference for candidates who have senior felony prosecution or defense experience, particularly in prosecuting violent crimes. Exceptional communication, research, and writing skills are essential. Candidates must be licensed attorneys within the State of Illinois at the time of application or provide evidence of eligibility for admission via reciprocity. A pending Motion for Admission by Reciprocity is strongly preferred. The salary range for this position is $78,000-$105,000 per year, commensurate with experience and abilities.

Requirements

• 4+ years' experience as a litigation attorney required
• Must be a licensed attorney within the State of Illinois at time of application
• Evidence of eligibility for admission via reciprocity is required
• Pending Motion for Admission by Reciprocity strongly preferred
• Exceptional communication, research, and writing skills are essential

Nice To Haves

• Senior felony prosecution or defense experience
• Experience prosecuting violent crimes

Benefits

• Complete health insurance benefits package with Medical & Prescription, HSA & FSA, Dental and Vision
• Retirement contributions via the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension
• 14 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance and Supplemental Accident & Critical Illness coverage
• Paid time off in the form of Vacation and Sick days
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed