Assistant City Attorney I - City of Rochester

League of Minnesota Cities (LMNC)

$107K — $157K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Jurisdiction Doctor degree from an accredited law school recognized in Minnesota.
  • Licensed or eligible for immediate licensure in Minnesota.
  • Candidates who took the July 2026 Minnesota Bar Exam can apply, pending passing score proof.
  • Strong legal research skills are essential.
  • Familiarity with prosecutorial processes and local law is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Prosecute criminal offenses for the City of Rochester.
  • Conduct legal research to support cases and legal opinions.
  • Prepare and maintain detailed criminal case files.
  • Provide legal advice to city officials and authorized individuals.
  • Assist with selective civil projects or specialized civil legal matters.
Full Job Description
Salary: $107,123.00 - $157,533.00 Annually
Location : Rochester
Job Type: FT
Job Number: Rochester
Department: Not Applicable
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Closing Date: 8/19/2026 11:59 PM Central

Job Posting

This position provides professional legal services on behalf of the City under the direction of the City Attorney or Deputy City Attorney. Responsibilities include prosecuting criminal offenses within the jurisdiction of the City of Rochester and the City Attorney's Office, conducting legal research, preparing and maintaining criminal case files, and providing legal advice or opinions to City officials and other authorized individuals. In addition to criminal prosecution, this position may have opportunities to assist with select civil projects or specialized civil legal matters.

Graduation from an accredited law school recognized under the Rules of the Minnesota Supreme Court with a Juris Doctor degree. Candidates must be licensed or eligible for immediate licensure to practice law in the State of Minnesota.

Individuals who sat for the July 2026 Minnesota Bar Exam are welcome to apply. Proof of a passing bar exam score must be provided by October 5, 2026.

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Benefits information is not available for this position. Please contact the city directly for this information.

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