Prosecutor II - Charging Attorney

10/27/26

Pay Range
$102,000 - $148,500 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type:
Classified

Department:
County Attorney

About the Position:
This position is a charger for the Justice Courts. MCAO covers 26 justice courts throughout the county. Charging a crime is one of the most challenging and important decisions a prosecutor can make in their duties. Careful evaluation of a submittal before charging is critical. A thorough review of available evidence and the applicable criminal statutes is necessary to ensure that cases are not charged unless there is a reasonable likelihood of conviction based on constitutionally obtained and admissible evidence. The charging decision often includes communication and coordination with law enforcement. If the suspect is in custody, the charging attorney may only have a few hours to review the submittal and make a charging decision. The charging attorney must be familiar with and able to navigate both MCAO and Superior Court databases competently. Charging attorneys frequently communicate and explain charging decisions to crime victims.

About the Maricopa County Attorney's Office
The Maricopa County Attorney's Office is the third-largest prosecution agency in the country. The dedicated professionals at MCAO play a critical role in keeping our community safe and are committed to doing the right things for the right reasons. Now, more than ever, this office needs skilled individuals to join our team and help ensure that justice is done.

Proud to Offer

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer
• Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRHP) for attorneys
• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance, a hybrid work schedule may be available after a probationary period, based on business needs.
• 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 on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club (https://www.maricopa.gov/5954/Love-What-You-Do), dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
• Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ (https://www.maricopa.gov/5954/Love-What-You-Do)

We Require

• Juris Doctor (JD) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association
• Two and a half years of experience as a prosecutor
• Must be admitted to practice law and be in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona
• Valid Arizona Driver's License upon hire
• The Maricopa County Attorney's Office requires a thorough background check of all successful candidates and is authorized to test prospective employees for the presence of illegally accessed drugs. Drug testing is conducted once an offer has been extended and prior to placement.
• The charger can be based with the Justice Court Bureaus at either the Durango Facility or the Southeast Facility

We Also Value

• Prosecutor experience in Arizona
• Three years of experience as a prosecutor
• This position will be a charger for the justice courts and so experience charging misdemeanor crimes is preferred

Job Contributions

• Review submittals from law enforcement and make appropriate charging decisions within applicable time limits
• Communicate effectively with law enforcement, the court, victims and other agencies and community partners
• Review risk assessments, criminal history, and the facts of the crime to make appropriate release recommendations to the judicial officer
• Comply with all rules regulating professional responsibility
• Cover court and other duties as assigned
• MCAO is a fully digital office. Must navigate effectively in MCAO and Superior Court computerized databases

Working Conditions:

• Office and courtroom setting in a high volume, fast-paced environment with frequent stressful situations
• May require long periods of sitting while completing paperwork, standing, and moving about while performing duties
• 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:

• 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