Assistant City Attorney - City Prosecutor

City of Prescott • Prescott, AZ

20h • $101,154 - $151,731 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position serves as an Assistant City Attorney within the Legal Department, focusing on misdemeanor prosecution in the Prescott City Court. The role also involves assisting the City Attorney with assigned civil matters. The position is classified as Exempt with a Pay Grade of 120, and the annual salary ranges from $101,153.88 to $151,730.82, depending on experience and qualifications. The application deadline is July 31, 2026.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree from law school accredited by the American Bar Association.
• Hold active membership, in good standing, with the Arizona State Bar Association.
• Knowledge of municipal law, regulations, and guidelines.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal law.
• Knowledge of Arizona criminal and civil legal procedures, judicial procedures, and rules of evidence.
• Knowledge of methods of legal research.
• Skill in analyzing, evaluating, and organizing facts, evidence, and precedents in difficult and complex cases.
• Skill in presenting material in a clear, concise, and logical form for oral and written presentations, briefs, or opinions.
• Skill in communicating, both verbally and in writing.
• Skill in negotiating effectively and persuasively in both oral and written communications.
• Skill in using applicable computer software.
• Ability to draft documents relevant to legal matters.
• Ability to respond quickly and efficiently to various types of cases assigned.

Nice To Haves

• Any prior criminal law experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs the duties of the Assistant City Attorney in the Criminal Division as a prosecutor.
• Resolves misdemeanor prosecutions and municipal code violations.
• Performs pre-trial work and discovery; conducts officer and defense interviews; prepares motions; and contacts victims.
• Prepares and participates in court proceedings, hearings, mediation, and trials; arranges for and attends depositions.
• Prepares and drafts letters, memos, and pleadings regarding litigation, settlements, plea bargains, and negotiations.
• Researches, interprets, and applies laws.
• Works on appeals.
• Renders oral and written legal opinions on matters affecting the City's legal interests.
• Maintains current knowledge of legal trends and current case law relevant to municipal government.
• Organizes, interprets, and applies legal principles and knowledge to complex legal problems.
• Observes information and conditions affecting the City's legal interests to help determine compliance with the law.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A diverse range of complimentary mental health and wellness services is available, including an Employee Assistance Program, a free subscription to Calm, and health coaching
• Paid time off up to 25 days in first year of employment
• 10 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per year
• Free employee only coverage for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• Pension and long-term disability through Arizona State Retirement System
• Supplemental benefits such as deferred compensation plans and additional life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level