Assistant County Attorney

Job Description

Join a mission-driven legal team that values both professional excellence and a healthy work/life balance. As a Civil Assistant County Attorney, you’ll play an essential role in supporting good governance, advising county departments, and helping shape policies that directly impact our community. This role offers the chance to engage in meaningful public service while maintaining a work environment that respects your time, your energy, and your wellbeing. Job Duties

• Provide legal guidance to county leadership, boards, and departments
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of civil documents and contracts
• Represent the county in civil proceedings, administrative hearings, and special dockets
• Support transparency through review of public records requests
• Conduct legal research and prepare clear, practical recommendations
• Attend meetings and contribute to policy development
• Collaborate with a supportive team of attorneys and staff to deliver high-quality service

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor and license to practice law in Iowa
• Strong analytical and writing skills
• Confidence providing legal advice to leadership
• Clear communication skills and sound judgment
• Ability to manage diverse tasks with professionalism and efficiency

We’re committed to fostering a workplace where attorneys can thrive - not just professionally, but personally. This role encourages autonomy, meaningful variety in day-to-day work, and opportunities for leadership and growth. Our supportive culture values flexibility, realistic workloads, and the understanding that balance leads to better outcomes for both employees and the community. Telecommuting options may be available with approval. Public service is purposeful work, and we believe purpose should never come at the cost of personal wellbeing. Here, you’ll find a role that challenges and inspires you, within a culture that supports balance, encourages growth, and celebrates the people behind the work.

Supplemental Information The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Dallas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Dallas County participates in E-Verify.

Benefits

Full-time employees are defined as those that are regularly scheduled to work at least 40 hours per week. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits at the 1st of the month following their first 30 days as a Dallas County employee, unless otherwise noted.

• Health benefits {medical, dental, vision} are offered as a complete health insurance package; however, employees may choose to accept dental and/or vision coverage only for an alternate monthly rate
• Complete package: Single plan- $25.83/month; Family plan- $245.96/month
• Dental only: Single plan - $0 (premium covered by the County); Family plan- $5.48/month
• Vision: Single plan - $0 (premium covered by the County); Family plan - $3.36/month
• Participation in the IPERS retirement plan, beginning the first day of employment
• Short Term Disability which covers 60% of the employee's monthly salary after a 14 day waiting period - Premium fully paid by the County
• Long Term Disability which covers 66.66% of the employee's monthly salary after a 120 day waiting period - Premium fully paid by the County
• Term Life Insurance policy of $50,000 for the employee - Premium fully paid by the County
• Supplemental Term Life Insurance available for the employee and eligible dependents - Premium paid fully by the employee
• Flex Spending Account (pre-tax) – Premium paid by employee. Medical: $3400/year limit; Dependent Care: $7500/year limit
• 11 paid holidays per year
• 1 floating holiday per year
• Vacation time – Regular, full-time Department Heads/Elected Officials starting at 4.62 hours/pay period (120 hours/year); Regular, full-time employee accrual starting at 3.08 hours/pay period (80 hours/year; Regular, full-time, 24 or 48 hour shift EMS employee accrual starting at 2.31 hours/pay period (60 hours/year)
• Sick time – Regular, full-time employee accrual at 5.54 hours/pay period (144 hours/year); Regular, full-time, 24 or 48 hour shift EMS employee accrual at 7.75 hours/pay period (201.6 hours/year)
• Employee Assistance Program - Premium fully paid by the County
• AFLAC Supplemental Policies - Premium fully paid by the employee
• MetLife Aura Identity & Fraud Protection - Premium fully paid by the employee

County sponsored insurance premiums are pre-tax withholdings.

Part time workers do not qualify for insurance unless necessary qualifications are met, however, part-time employees may qualify for IPERS.