Juvenile Prosecutor I-II

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer
• Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRHP) for attorneys
• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits including access to our upcoming on-site center

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  , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

Qualification

Juris Doctor (JD)

Practice Areas & Specialty

Criminal, Litigation