Assistant Attorney General - Child And Family Protection Division

Arizona Department of Administration•Phoenix, AZ

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Arizona Attorney General’s Office is seeking Assistant Attorney Generals for its Child and Family Protection Division (CFPD), which provides legal services supporting the missions of the Department of Economic Security and the Department of Child Safety. CFPD has more than 300 professionals across Appeals, Child Support Services, Civil and Criminal Litigation and Advice, and Protective Services. Positions are available at various statewide locations, depending on the practice area. The role may offer remote work two days per week, based on division business needs and continued performance measures. The position provides legal advice, counsel, and representation for the State of Arizona, including representation in complex cases in state and federal court in certain practice areas. Recent graduates may apply as law clerks pending Arizona Bar licensure and may move into an Assistant Attorney General role once licensed. Travel is required.

Requirements

Excellent writing and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with others.
Admission to and good standing with the Arizona State Bar; an active Arizona State Bar license is required, except for recent law school graduates applying for conditional offers.
Submit a writing sample with the resume or application profile that analyzes a substantive legal issue and demonstrates the ability to reason and advocate for a position.
Successfully complete fingerprinting and a criminal background check if under serious consideration for hire.
Have a valid Arizona driver’s license and consent to periodic driving-record checks.
Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Department of Economic Security and Department of Child Safety programs.

Responsibilities

Provide legal representation and, in certain practice areas, advice in complex cases in state and federal court.
Prepare legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, and memoranda.
Investigate cases; interview agency clients; review documents and evidence; conduct legal research and discovery; analyze cases for trial; and appear in court.
Respond to inquiries from law enforcement and the general public, as assigned.
Attend meetings and training as necessary.