Assistant States Attorney I-III

Assistant State's Attorney I, II, or III

Starting Salary Commensurate with Experience:

• Assistant State's Attorney I - $72,250.22 to $79,502.28 annually
• Assistant State's Attorney II - $77,307.65 to $85,067.39 annually
• Assistant State's Attorney III - $82,719.27 to $91,022.10 annually

Location: Bloomington, IL

Are you ready to make a real impact in your legal career? The McLean County State's Attorney's Office is seeking a motivated and dedicated prosecutor to join our team. We're looking for someone with 2-7 years of prosecutorial experience, but we also welcome applications from:

• Licensed attorneys with relevant legal experience
• Recent law school grads (especially those awaiting bar results)
• 3Ls interested in starting their prosecutorial careers early

Why McLean County?

Here, you'll gain valuable courtroom experience, contribute to meaningful cases, and work alongside a supportive and experienced legal team. We've had great success onboarding 3Ls and recent grads, helping them transition smoothly into public service careers.

Position Highlights:

• Prosecute criminal, juvenile, traffic, and civil cases
• Work independently with strong support from leadership
• Engage in legal research, trial prep, and courtroom litigation
• Collaborate with law enforcement, court officials, and county departments
• Gain hands-on experience with a wide variety of cases

What You'll Need:

• Law degree from an accredited institution
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois and before the Illinois Supreme Court (or eligibility soon after graduation)
• Strong communication, research, and analytical skills
• A passion for public service and justice

We Offer:

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Medical Member Rewards Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Spending Account (DSA)
• Supplemental Insurance: Life, Critical Illness and Accident
• County provided Life Insurance
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF Pension)
• Paid time off: vacation days, personal days, sick days, holidays
• Identity Protection
• Charitable Giving
• Employee Assistance Program

A Supportive Legal Environment

• Opportunities to take cases to trial early in your career
• Direct mentorship and training from experienced attorneys
• A collaborative team that values professional growth and public service
• A diverse caseload that builds experience across criminal, juvenile, traffic, and civil matters
• Access to ongoing legal education and skill development

A Place to Build Your Career

• The ability to shape your own practice areas and take initiative
• A culture that values integrity, service, and justice
• A track record of helping newer attorneys grow into leadership roles

How to Apply

Click "Apply" at the bottom of this post. Resume and Cover Letter required for application submission.

• If applying through a third-party job board, please fill out an application via McLean County Government's Job Board located at

Confidentiality of your application is maintained upon request.

Mclean County Government is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Exempt : No

Type : FT Employee

Department : State's Attorney

Location : 5