Closing Date: 5th May, 2024
Description:
About the Position:The Initial Appearance Attorney is responsible for handling cases for the A Government Entity Attorney's Office in the Initial Appearance Court. Duties include reviewing felony matters to ensure that booking paperwork establishes probable cause, working with law enforcement agencies to correct booking problems, arguing for appropriate release conditions, and helping victims assert their rights. In addition, attorneys assist police officers as requested. Attorneys will also review cases for charging decisions and respond to motions as directed. Initial Appearance Attorneys work 12-hour shifts working one full week (Monday to Sunday) and having the next full week off. Shifts begin at 6 PM and 6 AM. This recruitment seeks to fill a nighttime position, 6 PM to 6 AM.
This recruitment is used to fill Prosecutor levels I – II positions. The level and compensation offered will be based on the education and experience provided on the application.
Prosecutors hired at a level I will be compensated at a range of $77,500.00 - $95,742.40
Prosecutors hired at a level II will be compensated at a range of $90,500.00 - $130,500.00 and must have a minimum of three years of directly applicable experience or six years minimum experience as an attorney in an unrelated field.
About the A Government Entity Attorney's Office (MCAO)
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 A Government Entity. If you would like to utilize your talents and skills to stand up for A Government Entity, apply today, and join our team!
Proud to Offer
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer
- Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRHP) for attorney's
- Opportunities for growth and development within A Government Entity
- Exceptional work-life balance with teleworking options
- Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
- Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System
- Paid vacation, sick, and parental (birth/adoption) leaves
- Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
- Employee discounts for goods and services
- Learn more at?maricopa.gov/5284/Why-Work-Here
We Require
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited and American Bar Association (ABA) approved law school
Other Requirements:
- Must be admitted to practice law and a member in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona at the time of hire
- Valid Arizona driver's license upon hire
- Must obtain ACJIS Terminal Operator Certification within six months of hire or promotion and maintain certification throughout the course of this assignment
- May require on-call/overtime availability to provide a response to after-hour inquiries and notification alerts
- May be required to testify in court proceedings
- May be required to travel to perform certain work functions
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
We Also Value
Prosecutor experience in Arizona
Job Contributions
- Review Initial Appearance Court calendars to select cases of interest to MCAO
- Review booking paperwork on cases of interest to MCAO or as directed by the judicial officer to ensure it establishes probable cause for the booked offense
- Coordinate with law enforcement agencies to address problems with booking paperwork
- Review risk assessments, criminal history, and the facts of the crime to make appropriate release recommendations to the judicial officer
- Appear in court to argue for appropriate release conditions as needed
- Assist law enforcement with general legal questions and/or general booking procedures
- Assist victims in asserting their rights at the initial appearance
- Review and charge felony drug possession cases as assigned
- Review and respond to motions in felony cases as assigned
- Comply with all rules regulating professional responsibility
- Cover court and other duties as assigned
Working Conditions:
- Office and courtroom settings in high-volume, fast-paced environments with frequent stressful situations
- May require long periods of sitting while completing paperwork, standing and moving about during the course of performing duties
- Ability to travel to and from various county locations for court appearances, meetings and trainings, utilizing personal or county-owned vehicle
- 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
