The Grundy County State's Attorney's Office is Hiring

Job Openings

The Grundy County State's Attorney's Office is seeking the following and asks that those interested, to ensure full consideration, please send a cover letter, resume, and references to:
Jason Helland
Grundy County State's Attorney's Office
111 East Washington Street
Morris, IL  60450
FAX:  815-942-0142
Email:  jhelland@grundyco.org  

First Assistant

An experienced criminal prosecutor for the position of First Assistant State's Attorney.  The starting salary for this position is $80,000.  Although candidates are judged individually, the following criteria are given consideration for interviewing and hiring:  academic standing-top 50% of the class, documented interest in public service and/or criminal law, highest standards of professional and personal integrity, a minimum of 10 years of prosecution experience including the prosecution of Class X, Class 1, and Class 2 felonies, and must be licensed in the State of Illinois at the time of their application. We offer full benefits including health, dental, and optical insurance as well as a pension plan.

Civil Division
An experienced attorney for a position in the civil division.  The starting salary for this position is $60,000.  Although candidates are judged individually, the following criteria are given consideration for interviewing and hiring:  academic standing-top 50% of the class, documented interest in public service and/or civil law, highest standards of professional and personal integrity, a minimum of 5 years of civil experience, and must be licensed in the State of Illinois at the time of their application.   The Civil Division is charged with the legal representation of the County of Grundy and represents and advises the county and elected officials of the county in civil litigation arising out of their official duties.  The State's Attorney is also responsible for enforcement of county ordinances and provides county officials with legal advice in matters ranging from contracts to county policy.  We offer full benefits including health, dental, and optical insurance as well as a pension plan.

Supreme Court Rule 711 Intern
A Supreme Court Rule 711 intern for the Spring 2013 semester.   The starting salary for this position is $10 per hour.  Although candidates are judged individually, the following criteria are given consideration for interviewing and hiring:  academic standing-top 50% of the class, documented interest in public service, and the highest standards of professional and personal integrity.    

Third-year law students are strongly encouraged to apply for 711 certification pursuant to Supreme Court Rule 711 at the time of the application.  With 711 certification, third-year law students receive hands-on experience such as plea negotiations and the trying of traffic and misdemeanor cases.  This is an opportunity many law students look forward to experiencing.