Assistant County Attorney Vacancy (County Attorney)

ONEIDA COUNTY GOVERNMENT NOTICE OF VACANCY DEPARTMENT County Attorney

CIVIL SERVICE TITLE Assistant County Attorney

CLASSIFICATION TYPE Exempt

SALARY GRADE Assistant I 108131 48P Plus Excellent Benefits Assistant II 100354 46P Plus Excellent Benefits

APPLICATION DEADLINE December 31, 2026 APPLY ONLINE https://oneida-portal.mycivilservice.com/postjobopps

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

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 the presentation 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION S

Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications at time of application. Either

Open Competitive Qualifications • Assistant County Attorney I - Admission to the Bar of New York State AND four 4 years of experience in private or public practice OR four 4 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 DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED TO SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION FOR OPEN COMPETITIVE

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 drivers license.

PROMOTIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates employed as a Law Associate with the Oneida County Office of the County Attorney must submit proof of Admission to the Bar of New York State.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

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

NOTE S

1. Candidates MUST submit copy of Admission to the Bar of New York State with application.
2. Promotion will be at the discretion of the County Attorney and will not be automatic.

Oneida County is an equal opportunity employer

If you do not have internet access, paper applications can be picked up in the Personnel Department on the 6th Floor of the Oneida County Office Building. You may also request a paper application to be mailed by calling 315- 798-5726.

ISSUED 0101 2026