The Deputy State's Attorney performs routine professional legal work in the prosecution of civil and criminal cases, juvenile crimes, and juvenile abuse and neglect cases in Butte County, South Dakota. Actual responsibilities of the Deputy State's Attorney may vary depending on need but may include working with law enforcement in the investigation of criminal cases, reviewing offenses and evidence to make charging decisions in criminal and juvenile cases, reviewing requests for petitions and determining appropriate courses of action, making recommendations for child custody and parental rights, and attending legal proceedings. Duties may also include advising County elected and appointed officials on various civil law issues, to include contracts, labor law, taxation, and other civil matters.

 

Applicants must be a graduate of an accredited College of Law with a Juris Doctorate degree. Applicants must also be:

•      licensed to practice law by the Supreme Court of South Dakota, or

•      licensed in any other state and able to take the next available South Dakota Bar Examination, or

•      a recent or imminent law school graduate, eligible to take the next available South Dakota Bar Examination

Applicants must also successfully complete a pre-employment background process.

 

 

Strong research and writing skills, strong oral advocacy skills, ability to work well in a group, and ability to use a computer in a standard office setting.

 

A successful applicant will have a working knowledge of criminal and civil law, to include criminal and civil procedure, court pleadings, and rules of evidence. A successful applicant will also be able to review, research, and prosecute criminal and juvenile cases, and communicate effectively in writing and orally. A successful applicant will also be able to maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, other agencies and the public. Finally, a successful applicant will be able to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

 

 

Apply by submitting a resume and cover letter to: 
Tim Barnaud

Butte County State's Attorney 
839 Fifth Avenue

Belle Fourche, SD 57717
tim.barnaud@buttesd.org

605-892-3337 
FAX: 605-892-6768

Job Title: Deputy Auditor

Date Posted: 07/02/2025
Deadline: 07/18/2025
Hours: 40 hours per week M-F
Pay: $27.26 - $28.63 DOQ

The Sworn Deputy Auditor’s main emphasis will be on Local, State, and Federal financial reporting. Other duties include maintenance of County asset inventory, insurance, and leases, administering the Financial, Payroll, and Human Resources Software (Tyler Incode) and training of employees on the system. The Deputy Auditor will perform Auditor duties in the Auditor’s absence.

MAJOR DUTIES
• Perform all weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial duties.
• Financial, Employee, and Asset Reporting as required.
• Maintain record keeping of Butte County insurance and handle all claims.
• Handle all Capital Asset Inventory, titles, licensing, and leases.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Auditor.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• 2+ years of experience and knowledge of Accounting Principles and Financials
• Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail
• 2+ years of Accounting Procedures.
• Exceptional skills in Microsoft Office
• Leadership skills

KNOWLEDGE PREFERRED BY THE POSITION
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of Supervisor experience
• Knowledge of Insurance policies and Claims process.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects.
• The work is typically performed in an office.

ADA COMPLIANCE
• Butte County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Applications may be picked up at the Butte County Auditor's office in the Butte County Administrative Building which is located at 117 5th Avenue Belle Fourche, SD 57717. A completed Butte County Application and/or Resume will be accepted in person or via email to Auditor@ButteSD.org.