Entry Level Juris Doctorate Jobs (NOW HIRING)

STATEMENT OF THE JOB STATEMENT OF THE JOB The City is accepting applications for either an Assistant City Prosecutor I or Assistant City Prosecutor II. Placement within the classification and compensation range will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, and demonstrated ability to perform the duties of the position. Performs professional legal work and research in support of the City Prosecutor's Office.

Prosecutes misdemeanor offenses and municipal code violations. Assistant City Prosecutor I performs professional legal work and research under general guidance and supervision. Assistant City Prosecutor II performs professional legal work and research with minimal guidance and supervision and is expected to exercise a greater degree of independent judgment and handle more complex legal assignments.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must complete fifteen (15) hours of continuing legal education, including three (3) hours of ethics, annually. Must submit a resume plus two (2) writing samples from previous work or law school, along with the required City application. Samples may be redacted to protect confidential or private information.

Note: This position does not contribute to Social Security or the Arizona State Retirement System. Please refer to the Benefits Tab for more information. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Assistant City Prosecutor I is the entry-level classification in the Assistant City Prosecutor series.

Incumbents perform professional legal work and research under general guidance and supervision and are responsible for prosecuting misdemeanor offenses and municipal code violations. Assistant City Prosecutor II is the experienced-level classification in the Assistant City Prosecutor series. Incumbents perform professional legal work and research with minimal guidance and supervision and are responsible for prosecuting misdemeanor offenses and municipal code violations.

Employees at this level are expected to exercise a greater degree of independent judgment and handle more complex legal assignments. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE/LICENSING & TRAINING EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE / LICENSING & TRAINING Assistant City Prosecutor I Juris Doctorate degree. Member in good standing of the State Bar of Arizona.

Two (2) years of legal experience in the practice of law. Valid State Driver's License. Assistant City Prosecutor II Juris Doctorate degree.

Member in good standing of the State Bar of Arizona. Seven (7) years of legal experience in the practice of law. Valid State Driver's License.

*Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certifications being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE/ LICENSING & TRAINING Assistant City Prosecutor I EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Juris Doctorate and Member of the State Bar of Arizona, plus two (2) years of working legal experience in the practice of law. LICENSING & TRAINING: Valid State Driver's License.

Assistant City Prosecutor II EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Juris Doctorate and Member of the State Bar of Arizona, plus seven (7) years of working legal experience in the practice of law. LICENSING & TRAINING: Valid State Driver's License. *Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. Performs a variety of professional legal assignments and research.

Performs criminal prosecutions for misdemeanors. Receives and reviews complaints, examines evidence, interviews witnesses, investigates crime scenes, and reviews police reports to determine if criminal prosecution is warranted. Authorizes and drafts criminal complaints, information, and other legal documents to support criminal prosecutions and civil traffic and municipal code violations.

Implements and honors applicable victims' rights. Provides legal advice relating to charging and investigation for City law enforcement agencies. Appears in court, preparing and presenting cases at trials and court proceedings.

Analyzes the facts of cases and legal precedents for hearings on motions, stipulations, or waivers. Confers with judges and/or opposition attorneys regarding modifications, withdrawing charges, and changing charges. Negotiates case settlements; prepares plea agreements; provides briefings and oral arguments.

Anticipates and prepares for legal reasoning of opposition attorneys. Drafts jury instructions; presents opening statements. Interrogates and cross-examines witnesses.

Argues points of law. Presents final arguments and summations. Reviews court records, analyzes evidence, and prepares appellate briefs.

Works with local law enforcement agencies, the City's code enforcement and other City staff as applicable on cases; plans and coordinates investigations for gathering and preparing evidence for criminal cases. May draft and modify City criminal and civil violation ordinances when directed. Prosecutes civil forfeiture actions generally relating to drug crimes.

May perform a variety of legal assignments for the City Prosecutor's Office. Provides exceptional customer service to internal and external customers. Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE OF: Federal, State and City criminal codes, the municipal code, rules of procedure and constitutional law. Judicial procedures and rules of evidence. Principles, practices and methods of legal research and sources of legal reference.

Methods and practices of trial work. ABILITY TO: Analyze and organize facts, evidence, and precedent and identify the determinative aspects of cases and present them in a clear and logical order. Establish and maintain working relationships with employees, court officials, attorneys and the general public.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and city officials. Maintain confidential and sensitive information. Carry out assigned projects to completion.

SKILL IN: Computer and computer software. Spelling and accurate grammar. Strong organizational skills.

Interpersonal communication. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, and reach with hands and arms. This job also required visual acuity and the ability to adjust focus, the ability to read printed materials, and computer screens. Ability to hear and use professional speech to communicate in person, on the telephone, or via various communication media.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is moderate and is that of a busy office.