Prosecutor I-III

Posting Date: 09/30/24 Application Deadline: Open Until Filled Pay Range: This recruitment is utilized to fill Prosecutor tier I - III positions. Prosecutors hired at tier I will be compensated at a range of $80,000 - $101,000. Prosecutors hired at tier II will be compensated at a range of $98,000 - $138,500. Prosecutors hired at tier III will be compensated at a range of $110,000 - $160,000. The pay ranges listed above reflect the FULL pay range for each position. The tier placement and subsequently salary offer is based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other Maricopa County employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type: Classified Department: County Attorney About the Position: Ready to begin or elevate your legal career? Join us! As a Prosecutor, you will prosecute criminal cases for the Maricopa County Attorneys Office and provide competent legal advice and services.

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
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Paid vacation, sick, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program with $60 monthly medical 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. Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ.

We Require:

• Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school
• Admission to practice law
• And are in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona

We Also Value:

• Prosecution experience
• Job Contributions: • Discuss and present analyses of legal issues • Conduct trials, present oral arguments, and cover court • Interview witnesses regarding facts in the prosecution of cases • Research and analyze legal issues using both computerized legal research and hard copy tools • Compose memoranda and pleadings regarding legal issues of concern • Maintain professional relationships with victims, witnesses, law enforcement agencies, and members of the community • Negotiate the just resolution of assigned cases and comply with victims rights

Working Conditions:

• Office and courtroom setting
• Ability to move up to 20 pounds and sit/stand for extended periods
• Ability to travel to and from various County locations using personal or County-owned vehicles

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. Apply Now!

We are Maricopa County. Who is that, you may ask? Forbes has rated Maricopa County one of Arizona's Best Employers in 2024. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home. You may wonder what we do, and it may be easier to answer that by asking what are you interested in! Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities.

We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it! Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. Thinking about career options, then please think about us! We are Maricopa County, and we are looking forward to working with you!