Assistant Prosecuting Attorney
Full-Time
Assistant Prosecuting Attorney
at
Taney County
Available Openings: 1
Posted Date: October 2, 2025
Apply By: December 31, 2025
Pay Type: Salary
Compensation: Starting at $63,000
Education Level: N/A
Description
Our office is currently accepting applications for a full-time Assistant Prosecuting Attorney to represent the State of Missouri in criminal cases occurring in Taney County.
Responsibilities
- Conduct factual and legal analysis of reports submitted by various law enforcement agencies to determine if and what criminal charges should be filed
- Handle cases throughout every stage of criminal proceedings from inception to trial
- Appear in court to handle routine docket calls and evidentiary hearings, including but not limited to bond reduction hearings, preliminary hearings, bench/jury trials, and probation revocation hearings
- Draft, file, and argue motions
- Communicate with victims and witnesses
- Attend depositions of victims and witnesses
- Serve as the on-call prosecutor on a weekly rotating schedule to handle after-hours filings and search warrants
Qualifications
- Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school (3 years)
- Valid license to practice law in Missouri (or anticipate having a valid license soon)
- Must work well independently but also be able to collaborate with co-workers, law enforcement, clerks, and judges
- Must be able to multitask and manage time effectively
- Familiarity with the case management system “Karpel” is preferred but not required
Salary and Benefits
- Starting salary is $63,000 per year, but is negotiable based on previous experience
- Benefits
Taney County is a substance free, Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEOE). Applications can be obtained at www.taneycounty.org. For information, please call (417) 546-7285.
Applicants should email a cover letter, resume, and references to Brad.Hughes@taneycountymo.gov and Melinda.Burkhart@taneycountymo.gov
Taney County
132 David St
Forsyth, MO 65653
US
Forsyth, MO 65653
US
If you don’t see a current opening that matches your skills, send us your resume to be considered for future opportunities.
