Position Type: Full or Part Time Employment

Office: Scott County Prosecuting Attorney

Position Title: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

Position Location: Benton, Missouri

Summary: Scott County Prosecuting Attorney is seeking an attorney for a full-time assistant prosecuting attorney position. New graduates are welcome to apply. 

Description: Scott County, Missouri Prosecuting Attorney is seeking applications for an open position as an assistant prosecuting attorney. The APA will be responsible for preparing and attending dockets, managing cases from inception to disposition, and trying cases. New graduates are welcome to apply. Scott County sees a lot of jury trials so the APA will have an excellent opportunity to learn and gain experience. For those unfamiliar with the area, Benton is located just a few miles south of Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

Starting salary is $75,000.00; salary may be negotiable at the discretion of the prosecuting attorney.

Rule 13 students are also welcome to apply; the Rule 13 will receive a stipend in exchange for hours worked. These matters shall be determined by the prosecuting attorney.

How to Apply: Please send inquiries, resumes, and cover letters to the First Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Lesley A. Hall, at lhall@scottcopa.com. The position will become available effective May 1, 2025; however, this office is seeking applications immediately. 

Contact Name: Lesley Hall

Address: 131 South Winchester, Benton, MO 63736

Email Address: lhall@scottcopa.com 

Phone Number: 573-380-3329 

Posted Date: Monday, March 17, 2025