Attorney III

Make a Difference in Your Community

St. Louis County Counselor's office seeks an Attorney III with significant litigation experience to join their team. This position is currently primarily responsible for representing St. Louis County in litigation matters.

Why Work with Us?

• Competitive Average Salary:
  Typical starting salary range is between $90,022 - $95,000 annually, based on your qualifications
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Enjoy a robust benefits package and generous Paid Time Off (PTO). Learn more about St. Louis County benefits:
  Saint Louis County Employee Benefits
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness:
  We participate in this program to support your financial future. Learn more about the program:
  Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid
• Flexible Work Environment:
  Benefit from a hybrid work model that supports work-life balance

Essential Function Examples

• Handle complex litigation with minimal need for oversight
• Provide legal advice, opinions, and guidance to St. Louis County officials and directors
• Perform other duties assigned to the County Counselor's office

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a Juris Doctor degree from an American law school accredited by the American Bar Association
• Current licensure as an attorney by the Missouri Bar Association
• Five years of related work experience as a licensed attorney

Selection and Appointment: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available. The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job-related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above.

The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.

The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision. All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

How to Apply:

Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at  We only accept on-line applications. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:
The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at  for more information on this policy. St. Louis County Division of Personnel, 7th Floor Clayton, MO 63105  Relay MO 711 or  An Equal Opportunity Employer Fax:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov