The Guthrie County Attorney’s Office is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Guthrie County Attorney. Duties of the position will include prosecution of criminal offenses, including but not limited to simple misdemeanors, traffic offenses, and indictable misdemeanors. Other cases will be assigned based on skill level, and could include felonies, juvenile and mental health cases, as well as performing civil legal work as needed.

Applicants must be licensed to practice law in the State of Iowa. Experience is preferred, but those who have recently been admitted to practice are encouraged to apply. Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience, and will be in the range of $70,000 to $88,000 per year.  Benefits include: IPERS, medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as paid vacation and holidays, sick leave, and personal days.

Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check, pre-employment drug screen and pre-employment physical.  Those selected for an interview will be required to complete a Guthrie County job application which may be found at guthriecounty.gov or picked up at the Guthrie County Courthouse.

Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample by email to countyattorney@guthriecounty.gov.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Guthrie County is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants must be licensed to practice law in the State of Iowa.  Experience is preferred, but those who have recently been admitted to practice are encouraged to apply.

Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check, pre-employment drug screen and pre-employment physical.