Description

Office of the Winnebago County State’s Attorney

ASSISTANT STATES ATTORNEY - CRIMINAL

Please apply by: 8/14/26

Job Type: Full Time - Exempt

Salary Range: $72,000+ dependant on experience

Benefits: health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off (PTO), IMRF pension

Company Background

The State’s Attorney’s office is a dynamic, fast-paced office dedicated to seeking justice. The atmosphere is often highenergy, as attorneys and support staff manage a steady flow of criminal cases. It is a rewarding environment, offering
the opportunity to hold offenders accountable and ensure justice for victims.

Job Description

As an Assistant State’s Attorney, you will: Seek justice for crime victims and the people of our community; work in a
collegial, supportive environment where every door is always open; and gain un-paralleled trial experience.
Under general supervision, performs professional legal work within the Winnebago County State’s Attorney’s Office in
various units including Misdemeanor, DUI, Traffic, Juvenile, Domestic Violence, Drug Unit and Felony.

Job Qualifications

Qualified candidates will have a law degree and be licensed to practice law in Illinois, be trustworthy, and live
the Office’s mission: To seek justice.

Previous experience preferred but not required. While full time, in person attorneys are preferred, for the right
candidate, the office will also consider part-time and/or remote arrangements if possible.

Please submit cover letter and resume to:

Rita Bravo
Executive Administrative Assistant
400 W. State St Suite 619
Rockford, Il 61101
rbravo@sao.wincoil.gov