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Position Announcement
Job Title: Butte County Deputy State's Attorney 
Opening Date: February 28, 2025
Closing Date: When Filled
Salary: $78,000 to $89,000 Depending on Experience
 
Position Summary:

The Deputy State's Attorney performs routine professional legal work in the prosecution of civil and criminal cases, juvenile crimes, and juvenile abuse and neglect cases in Butte County, South Dakota. Actual responsibilities of the Deputy State's Attorney may vary depending on need but may include working with law enforcement in the investigation of criminal cases, reviewing offenses and evidence to make charging decisions in criminal and juvenile cases, reviewing requests for petitions and determining appropriate courses of action, making recommendations for child custody and parental rights, and attending legal proceedings. Duties may also include advising County elected and appointed officials on various civil law issues, to include contracts, labor law, taxation, and other civil matters.
 

Position Requirements:
 
Applicants must be a graduate of an accredited College of Law with a Juris Doctorate degree. Applicants must also be:
•      licensed to practice law by the Supreme Court of South Dakota, or
•      licensed in any other state and able to take the next available South Dakota Bar Examination, or
•      a recent or imminent law school graduate, eligible to take the next available South Dakota Bar Examination

Applicants must also successfully complete a pre-employment background process.
 
 
Preferred Qualifications:
 
Strong research and writing skills, strong oral advocacy skills, ability to work well in a group, and ability to use a computer in a standard office setting.
 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 
A successful applicant will have a working knowledge of criminal and civil law, to include criminal and civil procedure, court pleadings, and rules of evidence. A successful applicant will also be able to review, research, and prosecute criminal and juvenile cases, and communicate effectively in writing and orally. A successful applicant will also be able to maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, other agencies and the public. Finally, a successful applicant will be able to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

 
 
Apply by submitting a resume and cover letter to: 
Tim Barnaud
Butte County State's Attorney 
839 Fifth Avenue
Belle Fourche, SD 57717
tim.barnaud@buttesd.org
605-892-3337 
FAX: 605-892-6768
Position Announcement
Job Title: Legal Assistant 
Opening Date: March I, 2025 
Closing Date: When Filled
Salary: $21.58 to $25.39 per hour (depending on experience)
 
Position Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the State's Attorney and/or Deputy State's Attorney, the State's Attorney Legal Assistant will assist the attorneys and paralegals by providing clerical work and support services in an ethical manner and with required confidentiality. Duties may include drafting legal documents for attorney review; communicating with law enforcement officers, court personnel, victims, and witnesses via phone and written communication; researching defendant criminal histories; collecting evidentiary documentation, photos, and recordings; and trial preparation. In addition, the legal assistant will interact with the public and victims as well as other city, county, and state employees and their agencies to carry out the work of the office of the State's Attorney and must always perform these duties ethically and with confidentiality. Legal Assistants may also be called upon to perform office management functions, as needed, and as assigned by the State's Attorney. 

Position Requirements:
 
  • Applicants must be a high school graduate or hold a GED certificate. 
  • Applicants must possess good oral and written skills. 
  • Applicants must possess good customer service skills. 
  • Applicants must be proficient in computer skills, including Office Suite, and must be able to become proficient with Prosecutor by Karpel Case Management software. 


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 
A successful applicant for this legal assistant position will be a team player, who will be able to assist with criminal and civil law cases, work with law enforcement entities, and be willing to locate, collect, and organize documents and evidence related to criminal, juvenile, and civil cases. A successful applicant will also be willing to participate in office management duties, as assigned by the State's Attorney. A successful applicant will also be personable and professionally represent the State's Attorney's office to customers and others. Finally, a successful applicant will be willing to attend training and other educational activities to increase their skills and knowledge. 
 
 
Apply by submitting a resume and cover letter to: 
Tim Barnaud
Butte County State's Attorney 
839 Fifth Avenue
Belle Fourche, SD 57717
tim.barnaud@buttesd.org
605-892-3337 
FAX: 605-892-6768
Position Announcement
The Butte County Equalization & Planning Office has an immediate opening for an Administrative Assistant
 
Date Posted: 4/8/2025
Deadline: Opened until filled
Hours: 29 hours per week M-F
Pay: $17.99-21.17 DOE
 
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
This position will assist the Equalization & Planning Department in carrying out the functions, responsibilities, and statutory requirements of the Butte County Equalization & Planning Office.
The ideal candidate for this position must have exceptional communication and customer service skills. The candidate will be positive, motivated, detail oriented, resourceful, and organized. Attention to detail is an absolute must along with meeting deadlines under pressure and being able to multitask.
 
POSITION FUNCTIONS:
·         Perform general office duties such as greeting, filing, copying, answering, and routing incoming phone calls 
·         Review/ Issue various permits 
·         Assist in facilitating the planning process, work with surveyors, and prepare proposals for the Planning Commission.
 
This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive duties of the position. Incumbents may be required to follow other instructions or perform other office related duties may be required.
 
EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION PREFERRED:
·         High school diploma required.
·         Experience with typical office software such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
·         Must be able to frequently sit, walk, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, reach and lift, push or pull, and manual dexterity is needed to type, write, use a calculator, answer the telephone 
·         Upper body strength is a requisite to lift/move a maximum of 20 lbs. unassisted and lift/move a maximum of 50 lbs. with assistance. 
·         Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. 
 
Applications may be picked up at the Butte County Equalization office in the Butte County Administrative Building which is located at 117 5th Avenue Belle Fourche, SD 57717. 
 
A completed Butte County Application and/or Resume will be accepted. Competitive wages and excellent benefits are available to the qualified applicant. Preference will be given to Butte County residents, but a nonresident wishing to apply for employment in Butte County is encouraged to do so.
 
Butte County is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer.

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