Assistant Attorney Jobs in Alaska (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $120,515.20 - $137,342.40 Annually
Location : Juneau
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202600959
Department: Law
Division: Criminal Section
Opening Date: 07/29/2026
Position Number: 222005
Bargaining Unit: Unrepresented
Pay Range: 322/324
Hours Per Week: 40
Telework Availability: A hybrid (i.e., 3 days in office/2 days working from home) arrangement may be available once eligibility criteria is met.
Description
Looking for a courtroom-focused litigation position where you can make an immediate impact?
The City and Borough of Juneau Law Department is seeking an attorney to join its criminal prosecution team.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
The Assistant Attorney I/II is primarily dedicated to criminal prosecution, handling misdemeanor offenses including driving under the influence, larceny, assault, code enforcement, and other municipal crimes. From arraignments through jury trials, this position manages an independent caseload alongside another Assistant Attorney, appears regularly in court, and works closely with the Juneau Police Department and other justice partners to promote public safety.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for an attorney who is committed to public service, demonstrates sound judgment and high ethical standards, and enjoys working in a collaborative environment. The successful applicant will be self-motivated, able to work independently with minimal supervision, eager to learn local municipal and Alaska law, and comfortable in a fast-paced, paperless environment. Strong legal research, decision-making, and case management skills are essential.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
The Juneau Law Department is a close-knit team of attorneys and paralegals handling approximately 1,100 criminal cases annually. The position offers substantial courtroom experience, meaningful responsibility from day one, and the opportunity to develop as a trial attorney while helping to protect the community. Prosecutors enjoy a practice focused on litigation and public service without the demands of billable hours.
WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION
This position is located in the heart of downtown Juneau between the mountains and the sea. Our office supports a healthy work-life balance with a standard Monday through Friday schedule and shared rotation of on-call responsibilities for weekend arraignments. Beyond the courtroom, Juneau offers an unmatched outdoor lifestyle with glaciers, mountains, hiking, skiing, boating, fishing, and abundant wildlife all within easy reach of the office.
RETIREMENT AND BENEFITS
This role offers a competitive salary package that includes the opportunity for regular pay increases, 13 paid holidays a year, an excellent health insurance program (medical, dental, vision and orthodontia care options), paid leave, and retirement credit through PERS (Public Employees' Retirement System). We value the health and well-being of our employees. The CBJ provides free parking, paid time off for parent-teacher conferences, childcare subsidies, the ability to participate in a robust wellness program that includes discounts to CBJ recreational centers and local fitness programs, free bi-annual health screenings, free flu shots, and healthy living challenges and webinars to assist you with achieving work/life balance. For more details about benefits, please visit the following url:
Typical Responsibilities
Typical responsibilities include the following:

• Managing an independent caseload from arraignment through trial and appeal.
• Appearing regularly in court for hearings, sentencings, and trials.
• Conducting legal research and drafting motions and briefs.
• Working closely with law enforcement, victims, witnesses, and the courts.
• Participating in any court-directed program such as the Coordinated Resources Project (CRP).
• Sharing rotating on-call responsibilities for weekend arraignments and other urgent legal matters.

Minimum Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Positions in this class are partially exempt, but the following desirable qualifications are recommended:
Assistant Attorney I - Range 322 ($120,515.20 Annually)
Education: Juris Doctorate required
Experience: Experience as a legal intern or clerk is preferred.
Other: Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Alaska and be a member in good standing of the Alaska Bar.
Assistant Attorney II - Range 324 ($137,342.40 Annually)
Education: Juris Doctorate required
Experience: Four (4) years of professional level legal experience as an attorney; is preferred.
Other: Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Alaska and be a member in good standing of the Alaska Bar.
All Levels: The selected candidate must have unquestioned ethics and personal integrity. All information provided by the candidate will be verified. Candidates who materially misrepresent any information provided in the employment process will be excluded from consideration or dismissed if already employed.
APSIN Clearance
Please be aware - this position works directly with CBJ systems that may include assistance with a department's Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN). This requires the incumbent to submit to a pre-employment fingerprint based criminal history background check. Due to the sensitive nature of this position, and required access to APSIN, an applicant with adult criminal convictions will not move forward in the recruitment and selection process. DPS will deny security clearance for any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in this state or another jurisdiction, or who may be a fugitive from justice. Additionally, security clearance will be withdrawn if DPS discovers that material information was falsified or omitted at the time of the initial application for security clearance. Final offer of employment is contingent on obtaining DPS security clearance. Background Check Authority: AS 12.62 and 13 AAC 68.215
Supplemental Information
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED INFORMATION
At the time of application, applicants are required to submit a cover letter and transcripts (if applicable).
The Assistant Attorney is within the partially exempt service and serves at the pleasure of the City Attorney. Applications and resumes received are subject to public disclosure.
APPLICATION REVIEW
This position is open until filled. We have one vacancy to fill. We are reviewing applicants and inviting qualified individuals to participate in our selection process as they apply. If you have applied after the vacant position is filled, you will be notified. We encourage all applicants who are interested in this position to apply in a timely fashion.
The initial application review date is August 5, 2026.
HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO
Hiring Manager: Junnie Chup, Legal Operations Manager
Phone Number: (907) 586-5242
Email:
Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.
Education
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.
Work Experience
If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.
If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
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EEO Statement
The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call (907) 586-5250 or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at employment@juneau.gov or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.
Careers with the City & Borough of Juneau offer Many Benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the City & Borough of Juneau. Actual benefits received may differ based on position type and will be prorated for other than full time work.
Incumbents of Part-time Limited, Eaglecrest Limited, Short-term Temporary, Emergency and Intern positions are not eligible for the benefits described below.
Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • No cost employee only plan available
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance--$10,000 for employee, spouse & dependents
  • Additional optional coverage available
  • Travel protection & financial services offered as part of the Life Insurance coverage
• Optional group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life with Accidental Death and Dismemberment (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Short-term Disability
  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
  • Employees are eligible for an employer funded Dependent Care Account (DCA) up to $5000.00 following 1 year of actively working.

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program, depending on your date of hire
• Option to enroll in the City & Borough of Juneau's Deferred Compensation Program with MissionSquare
  • Employer match available for participating PERS Tier IV employees
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan & Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

For more information on health, retirement and optional benefits for eligible employees visit:
Paid Leave and Holidays

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
  • 21 days of PL within first year of employment
  • Personal leave includes Sick leave
• Thirteen paid holidays a year
• Six weeks Paid Parental Leave (to eligible employees)

Employee Wellness Program
The Employee Wellness Program assists employees in making choices that support their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The program provides:

• An opportunity to earn a health insurance premium discount of $1300 per year
• An Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Pass Discounts to local and CBJ recreation facilities
• Health related webinars
• Office Ergonomic Assessments

For more information on the Employee Wellness Program visit .
Additional Perks

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
• Parking passes or bus passes provided for employees working in the downtown offices
• Free passes to Parks & Recreation field house, ice arena, and swimming pools