Juvenile Prosecutor I-II

Posting Date
09/25/24

Application Deadline
Open Until Filled

Pay Range
$80,000 - $138,500 annually
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type
Classified

Department
County Attorney

About the Position
The Prosecutor is tasked with prosecuting criminal cases for the Maricopa County Attorney's Office and providing competent legal advice and services.
Prosecutors hired at a level I will be compensated at a range of $80,000.00 - $101,000.00
Prosecutors hired at a level II will be compensated at a range of $98,000.00 - $138,500.00
About Us
We believe in integrity. We believe in justice for all. And we are proud to deliver high-quality prosecution, comprehensive victims' services, crime prevention programs, and more to the residents of Maricopa County. If you would like to utilize your talents and skills to stand up for Maricopa County, apply today, and join our team!
Proud to Offer
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer

Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRHP) for attorneys

Exceptional work-life balance

Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

Employee discounts for goods and services

Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require
2.5 years of experience for Prosecutor II consideration

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited and American Bar Association (ABA) approved law school

Currently admitted to practice law and are in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona, those who have not yet received admission to the State Bar of Arizona cannot be hired until admitted

Job Contributions
Negotiates the just resolution of assigned cases and complies with Victims' Rights

Maintains professional relationships with victims, witnesses, law enforcement agencies, and members of the community

Discusses and presents analysis of legal issues

Conducts trials and presents oral arguments as needed

Composes memoranda and pleadings regarding legal issues of concern as needed in assigned cases

Interviews witnesses regarding facts as needed in prosecution of the case(s).

Researches and analyzes legal issues using both computerized legal research and hard copy tools

Covers court and complies with all rules regulating professional responsibility, including specific rules addressing the prosecutorial function

Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office and courtroom setting in a high-volume, fast-paced environment with frequent stressful situations, extended periods of sitting while completing paperwork, standing, and moving about while performing duties

Valid Arizona driver's license is required upon hire

Ability to travel to and from various county locations for court appearances, meetings, and training, utilizing personal or county-owned vehicles

Ability to move up to 20 pounds

Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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