POSITION DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Works in the civil or criminal divisions of the City Attorney’s office under supervision of more senior and experienced attorneys. Prepares cases for all phases of misdemeanor court and dispenses advice.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*
The Assistant City Prosecutor position in the Criminal Division of the City Attorney’s Office prepares cases for all phases of misdemeanor prosecution. Performs professional level legal prosecution work involving research, trials, appeals, and other activities related to criminal prosecution.
Work is performed under the supervision of senior and experienced attorneys. This position does not supervise.
Represents the State at various hearings and court appearances to include video review hearings, tracks felony cases with associated misdemeanants, animal forfeiture hearings, and other cases/hearings as assigned. Conducts plea negotiations with defense attorneys and unrepresented defendants.
Reviews and evaluates police reports and relevant charges. Researches, reviews and analyzes case law, applying facts from police reports, interviews, body worn camera, and other evidence. Drafts legal motions, responses to defense motions, and legal memorandum.
Represents the State in jury trials, bench trials and hearings by appearing in court, making oral arguments before the court, collecting testimony from witnesses and victims, and making legal objections.
Assists with training newly hired prosecutors. Conducts office trainings as assigned.
Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
* All duties, responsibilities listed are subject to change.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Juris Doctorate
Member in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
Position Title:
Assistant City Attorney
Department Name:
City Attorney
Department Link:
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Tucson-City-Court/City-Attorneys-Office
Recruiter Name:
Diane Webster (103469)
Recruiter Email:
[email protected]FTE%:
FLSA:
Exempt
Position Type:
Regular
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Full Hourly Range: $35.37 - 61.01 USD
The Full Hourly Range reflects the City of Tucson’s pay range at the time of posting. The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.
With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.
You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.
POSTING INFORMATION
Posting Close Date:
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please see the special application instructions below and follow the directions for applying to this position.
Special Instructions:
A legal writing sample must be uploaded with resume and cover letter as one
PDF document composed within the last 2 years (maximum 10 pages). The
legal writing sample may include actual work done as a law clerk, lawyer, or
alternatively, it may be work done in law school.
This is an open and continuous recruitment. Applications will be reviewed 30
days from the opening date, and the first Monday of each month thereafter.
The starting salary for this position is $78, 560.
The City of Tucson will be instituting the Arizona Supreme Court’s Certified Limited Practice Graduate, pursuant to Arizona Supreme Court Rule 39(c), for recent law school graduates. If applying pursuant to Rule 39(c) or with a letter recommending admission from the Arizona Supreme Court’s Committee on Character and Fitness, applicant must obtain Arizona State Bar License within six months of the date of hire.
*Applicants who have sat for the Arizona Bar Exam and have received a letter recommending admission from the Arizona Supreme Court’s Committee on Character and Fitness but have not yet received their Arizona State Bar License are eligible to be considered. For those who have not yet obtained their Arizona State Bar License, please submit the letter recommending admission from the Arizona Supreme Court’s Committee on Character and Fitness at the time of your interview.
Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.
CITY OF TUCSON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson’s Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General’s Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD
The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 520-791-2619.
City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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