Assistant Corporation Counsel

Salary: $92,560.00 - $121,409.60 Annually
Location : Menomonie, WI
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00447
Department: Corporation Counsel
Opening Date: 03/14/2025
Closing Date: 3/31/2025 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt

Join Our Team at Dunn County

At Dunn County, we're more than just a local government - we're a community of dedicated professionals united by our core values and committed to serving our residents. Our culture is built on five fundamental principles that guide everything we do:

Our Core Values in Action

• Dedication - We demonstrate unwavering commitment to those we serve, ensuring that every decision and action is focused on enhancing the quality of life for Dunn County residents.
• Professionalism - Excellence is our standard. We maintain the highest levels of competence while fostering an environment of courtesy and respect in all our interactions and responsibilities.
• Ethics - Integrity is non-negotiable. We pride ourselves on consistently acting with honesty and transparency, building trust through ethical decision-making in every aspect of our public service.
• Betterment - Innovation drives us forward. We're committed to continuous improvement, constantly seeking ways to enhance our services and the value we deliver to our community.
• Collaboration - Together we achieve more. We foster an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and teamwork is essential to achieving our shared goals.

Job Summary
Dunn County is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Assistant Corporation Counsel to join our team of dedicated professionals serving the people of Dunn County. Dunn County offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a highly motivated and dedicated legal professional with a passion for public service and a strong interest in municipal law, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding and challenging opportunity.

This is highly responsible professional position serving as an assistant to the Corporation Counsel and representing the County of Dunn in civil legal proceedings. Work involves a number of legal services as assigned by the Corporation Counsel. The Assistant Corporation Counsel provides legal counsel and opinions to the County Board and its committees, departments, elected officials, and related agencies and interprets duties and powers of the County Board, county officials, and departments.

The anticipated starting annual salary is between $92,560 and $97,718.
Primary Responsibilities

The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Serves in the place of the Corporation Counsel, when so directed, as legal advisor to all County Departments and Committees.
• Prepares legal papers as required and attends to legal matters in and out of court when the County Departments or Committees may be interested parties.
• Drafts resolutions and ordinances for consideration by the County Board.
• Maintains files, reports, documents, and assists in legal matters as instructed by the Corporation Counsel.
• Mediates disputes between Dunn County and other counties and units of government.
• Handles mental commitments, alcohol commitments, guardianships and protective placements, all child support, paternity cases, and related actions for Dunn County and the State of Wisconsin.
• Conducts interviews regarding guardianships, protective placements, drug abuse, mental and alcoholic commitments, child support and paternity cases, and drafts legal documents concerning commitments.
• Appears in Court for initial appearances, motions, trials to the Court and Administrative Tribunals and jury in civil legal matters.
• Researches and drafts correspondence, briefs and other memoranda relating to all commitments, guardianships, protective placements, child support, paternity matters, and other matters as directed by the Corporation Counsel.
• Provides training, as needed, to all County personnel on law-related matters, including training with respect to new developments and changes in the law.
• Assist with form and policy development.
• Attends board and committee meetings as requested.
• Assists the Corporation Counsel in legal matters as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Juris Doctor Degree
• Requires a minimum of 2 years previous legal or courtroom experience.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Prior to hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Must possess license to practice law in Wisconsin.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES QUALIFICATIONS

In order to perform the duties of the Assistant Corporation Counsel position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities are essential for Assistant Corporation Counsel to possess.

• Thorough knowledge and comprehensive understanding of the area of municipal and public law applicable to County government.
• Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations applicable to County government.
• Considerable knowledge of pertinent judicial procedures and rules of evidence.
• Considerable knowledge of governmental organization, legislative procedures and judicial procedures.
• Ability to determine the adequacy and accuracy of findings of fact, the application of legal principles, and the content and pleadings, briefs, and opinions.
• Ability to provide reliable and sound legal counsel in the field of municipal corporation law.
• Ability to instruct and indirectly supervise staff which she/he may work with.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to present evidence and to make oral arguments and presentations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of extremely sensitive information.
• Skill in originality and analytical thinking.
• Skill in public relations.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships.
• Ability to follow Dunn County policies and procedures including those pertaining to confidentiality.

• Ability to prioritize and organize job assignments.

• Ability to manage time effectively, manage multiple projects, and complete work within established deadlines.
• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position.

MINIMUM LANGUAGE SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS

In order to perform the duties of the Assistant Corporation Counsel position (listed above) the following language skills are essential for the Assistant Corporation Counsel to possess.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with other staff members, supervisors, and community members in written and verbal form.

• English skills (oral, written and comprehension) sufficient to effectively communicate with all internal and external customers.

MINIMUM REASONING ABILITY QUALIFICATIONS

In order to perform the duties of the Assistant Corporation Counsel position (listed above) the following reasoning abilities are essential for the Assistant Corporation Counsel to possess.

• Ability to understand and effectively carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Must have ability to work accurately with attention to detail.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.

MINIMUM MATHEMATICAL ABILITY QUALIFICATIONS

In order to perform the duties of the Assistant Corporation Counsel position (listed above) the following mathematical skills are essential for the Assistant Corporation Counsel to possess.

• Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
• Ability to compute rates, ratios and percentages.

In evaluating candidates for this position, Dunn County may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

Physical and Work Environment

The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law. Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee's supervisor or Human Resources.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physical effort will typically require prolonged and frequent exertion of objects weighing up to 10 pounds and/or infrequent exertion of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

• Continuous speaking, hearing and using hands dexterously; work frequently requires sitting; and work occasionally requires standing, walking and reaching with hands and arms.
• Work has standard vision requirements.
• The physical and environmental hazards and risks associated with the job can be characterized as minimal.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, moderate traffic).

Nothing in this job description limits management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement or affect the at-will nature of the employment arrangement between the employee and company, and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dunn County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge that you have read our job posting in its entirety and meet the basic requirements outlined above. Dunn County looks forward to reviewing your application.
Dunn County is not only a great place to work, but has many exciting benefits!

• Retirement: The County provides a retirement account in Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). Employees pay one-half of the actuarially required contributions.
• Health Insurance: The County offers health insurance coverage for employees and their families.
• Dental Insurance: The County offers dental insurance coverage for employees and their families.
• Vision Insurance: The County offers dental insurance coverage for employees and their families.
• Income Continuation Insurance: Similar to short and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees may use tax-free dollars to pay for eligible out-of-pocket dependent care, dental, and eye care expenses for themselves and their eligible family members.
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness Insurance: May be purchased at group rates.
• Life Insurance: The County provides the opportunity to purchase Term Life Insurance plans for themselves and their dependents.
• Other Benefits: HSA, Deferred Compensation, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Holidays
• Workers' Compensation
• Social Security: The County matches employees' social security compensation.

For more detailed information, please review our 2025 Dunn County Benefit Enrollment Guide!

Dunn County provides leave under the Family Medical Leave Act:

AN IMPORTANT NOTE: This information gives only a brief summary of the plans in effect for regular, full-time Non-Represented employees of Dunn County and may not be all-inclusive. Dunn County's policies and County Code govern if there are differences between this information and the policies.
01

Have you graduated from an accredited law school (Juris Doctor Degree) or will by date of hire?

• Yes
• No

02

How many years experience do you have in legal or courtroom experience?

• None
• 1 year
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 or more

03

Do you have knowledge and experience of local government practices and procedures?

• Yes
• No

04

This position requires access to Criminal Justice Information (CJI) systems and data. Pursuant to federal regulations and state law, all employees with CJI access must undergo a fingerprint-based criminal history background check prior to employment and every five (5) years thereafter.Please answer the following question:Are you willing to undergo and successfully complete all required background screening, including fingerprinting and criminal history verification, as a condition of employment and continued employment? Note that this screening process must be completed through authorized state channels in accordance with applicable federal and state regulations.

• Yes, I understand and agree to these requirements
• No

05

Prior to hire, are you willing to submit to criminal and/or caregiver background check(s)?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to travel between work locations?

• Yes
• No

07

Are you a current Dunn County Employee?

• Yes
• No

Required Question