Assistant County Attorney

The incumbent of this class is responsible for the management and presentation of cases in all Courts of Oneida County. The incumbent is responsible for drafting and reviewing contracts on behalf of the County and for providing advice and counsel to all departments in the County. This position organizes, examines, and coordinates materials and efforts related to presentment of juvenile delinquency cases, representation of out of state support petitioners and issues regarding Persons in Need of Supervision through final disposition of such cases. This is an appointed position in which incumbents serve both under the general direction of and at the pleasure of the County Attorney. Supervision is not usually a responsibility for this position. Incumbent performs related work as assigned by the County Attorney.

Either:

Assistant County Attorney I –

            Admission to the Bar of New York State AND two (2) years of experience in private or public practice OR two (2) years of experience as an Assistant County Attorney OR an equivalent combination of same.

Assistant County Attorney II –

            Admission to the Bar of New York State.

Additional Required Documentation:

1. A Certificate of Good Standing from the Appellate Division of admission. Must remain current throughout appointment;
2. A complete resume including elementary education and all employment, listing employers’ addresses and telephone numbers;
3. Three (3) references with addresses and telephone numbers;
4. A writing sample;
5. A copy of a valid NYS driver’s license.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Must be a legal resident of Oneida County at time of appointment.

To apply, go to https://oneida-portal.mycivilservice.com/post/jobopps and create an account. Then you can apply to whichever position(s) you are interested in.

If you have any questions please reach out to rhoran@oneidacountyny.gov or call the Personnel office at 315-798-5726