Assistant City Attorney - City Prosecutor

City of Prescott • Prescott, AZ

1d • $101 - $151 • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant City Attorney serves as a prosecutor in the Criminal Division, primarily handling misdemeanor prosecutions in Prescott City Court and municipal code violations. The position also assists the City Attorney with civil matters as assigned. It performs pretrial and discovery work, prepares and participates in court proceedings, hearings, mediation, trials, and depositions, and drafts litigation-related correspondence and documents. The role researches and applies law, works on appeals, provides oral and written legal opinions on matters affecting the City's legal interests, and stays current on relevant legal trends and case law.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.
• Active membership in good standing with the Arizona State Bar Association.
• Knowledge of municipal law, regulations, and guidelines; applicable state and federal law; Arizona criminal and civil legal procedures; judicial procedures; rules of evidence; and legal research methods.
• Ability to analyze, evaluate, and organize facts, evidence, and precedents in difficult and complex cases.
• Ability to present material clearly, concisely, and logically in oral and written presentations, briefs, and opinions.
• Strong verbal and written communication and negotiation skills.
• Skill in using applicable computer software.
• Ability to draft documents relevant to legal matters and respond quickly and efficiently to assigned cases.
• Strong desire to serve the community through prosecution of criminal offenses.

Nice To Haves

• Prior criminal law experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute misdemeanor cases in Prescott City Court and handle municipal code violations.
• Resolve misdemeanor prosecutions and municipal code violations.
• Conduct pretrial work and discovery, interview officers and defense representatives, prepare motions, and contact victims.
• Prepare for and participate in court proceedings, hearings, mediation, and trials; arrange and attend depositions.
• Draft letters, memoranda, and pleadings concerning litigation, settlements, plea bargains, and negotiations.
• Research, interpret, and apply laws, and work on appeals.
• Provide oral and written legal opinions on matters affecting the City's legal interests.
• Maintain current knowledge of legal trends and case law relevant to municipal government.
• Apply legal principles and knowledge to complex legal problems and observe conditions affecting the City's legal interests to help determine compliance with the law.
• Assist the City Attorney with civil matters as assigned and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Diverse complimentary mental health and wellness services, including an Employee Assistance Program, a free Calm subscription, and health coaching.
• Paid time off up to 25 days in the first year of employment.
• 10 paid holidays and one floating holiday per year.
• Free employee-only medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance coverage.
• Pension and long-term disability through the Arizona State Retirement System.
• Supplemental benefits, including deferred compensation plans and additional life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree