Assistant State's Attorney-Criminal Division

Assistant State’s Attorney-Criminal Division

Type: Full Time

Salary/Pay Rate: $75,000-$95,000

Posted Date: September 10, 2025

The Kendall County State’s Attorney’s Office is seeking an Assistant State’s Attorney for the Criminal Division. The Assistant State’s Attorney provides legal expertise, guidance in procedural handling, and prosecutes criminal cases in the Kendall County State’s Attorney’s Office. The Assistant State’s Attorney may support a specific jurisdictional area or prosecute specific crimes.

A minimum of a Juris doctor (J.D.) degree is required. Candidate must maintain a valid license to practice law in Illinois as well as zero (0) to five (5) years of experience with criminal prosecutions preferred, but not mandatory. Individuals who recently took the Bar Examination are encouraged to apply.

Along with benefits through the County, this position may qualify for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness. The Kendall County State’s Attorney’s Office provides an excellent opportunity for new lawyers to gain immediate trial experience, while maintaining a healthy work/life balance.

If interested, please submit Resume, Application, and Cover Letter to:

Amy Albright, Executive Assistant/HR Manager

Kendall County State’s Attorney’s Office

807 W. John Street

Yorkville, IL 60560

or email aalbright@kendallcountyil.gov until the position is filled.

The Kendall County State’s Attorney’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person