Assistant City Attorney - City Prosecutor

City of Prescott • Prescott, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant City Attorney serves as a prosecutor in the Criminal Division, primarily handling misdemeanor prosecutions and municipal code violations in Prescott City Court. The role also assists the City Attorney with civil matters as assigned. The position conducts pretrial work and discovery, prepares and participates in court proceedings, and provides legal research and opinions on matters affecting the City's interests. Work takes place in a City office and courtroom environment. The position is classified as exempt and safety sensitive. Applicants must hold active membership in good standing with the Arizona State Bar. A post-offer, pre-employment screening includes drug screening, a motor vehicle records check, and criminal background screening.

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; and rules of evidence.
• Knowledge of 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 skills, including effective and persuasive negotiation.
• Skill in using applicable computer software.
• Ability to draft documents relevant to legal matters and respond quickly and efficiently to different assigned cases.
• Strong desire to serve the community through prosecution of criminal offenses.

Nice To Haves

• Prior criminal law experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute misdemeanor cases and resolve municipal code violations in Prescott City Court.
• Perform pretrial work and discovery, including interviewing officers and defense counsel, preparing motions, and contacting victims.
• Prepare for and participate in court proceedings, hearings, mediation, and trials; arrange and attend depositions.
• Draft letters, memoranda, and pleadings relating to 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 assess information and conditions affecting the City's legal interests and compliance with law.
• Assist the City Attorney with civil matters as assigned.
• 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 of 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
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree