Description:

Distinguishing Features of the Class:
The Prosecutor II represents the A Government Entity in the litigation of the more complex criminal complaints, civil petitions and juvenile offender matters in Community courts and must be intimately familiar with professional responsibilities as an attorney.

Essential Functions:

Represent the Community in the Community courts at all stages of criminal and civil cases in which the Community is the plaintiff or petitioner.
Represents the Community at arraignments/initial hearings, pretrial/status conferences, review and evidentiary hearings and trials/adjudications in which the Community is the plaintiff or petitioner as assigned.
Represent the Community in multidisciplinary meetings with the U.S. Attorney's Office to ensure serious crimes are federally prosecuted.
Conduct legal research, analysis and document production related to the litigation of criminal and civil cases in the Community courts.
Draft legal pleadings for the Community in criminal and civil cases.
Gather and analyze evidence in criminal and civil cases.
Maintain case files, calendars and databases for criminal and civil cases.
Assist in the development, revision and modification of the Community's laws, resolutions and ordinances.
Represent the Community at meetings, court proceedings and other functions.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skill, and Ability:

Background and Knowledge of Criminal Law Procedure and Appellate Process.
Knowledge of principles of jurisprudence and legal analysis, including a background in and knowledge of Federal Indian Law.
Ability to work both independently and in intensive concert with others.
Ability to clearly and succinctly articulate ideas and logical analysis orally and in writing.
Ability to facilitate and coordinate effective working relationships among people of varied economic, educational and cultural backgrounds.
Ability to effectively plan, supervise and coordinate work of others.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials and the general public.
Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.

Required Experience and Training:
Juris Doctorate degree from an A.B.A. accredited school of law and a minimum of two (2) years' experience as an attorney in criminal case preparation and litigation; current membership in good standing with the Arizona State Bar.

Additional Requirement:

Submission of An Acceptable Legal Writing Sample (5-10 Pages)
Preference for attorney with specialized experience in Federal Indian Law.
Required to pass a background check and fingerprint clearance as a condition of employment and must continue to maintain throughout duration of employment.
Required to obtain a Tribal Operator's permit. Valid state driver's license with a current proof of driving record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission of the application.

Supervisory, Salaried Position

Reports to Chief Prosecutor or designee