City Prosecutor

City of San Luis•San Luis City Hall, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited direction, the City Prosecutor supervises, coordinates, and participates in prosecuting criminal and civil matters within the jurisdiction of the City Court. The incumbent reviews police reports, complaints, evidence, and applicable laws to determine whether prosecution is appropriate; conducts legal research and analysis; prepares and presents cases in court; negotiates case dispositions; and represents the City in authorized pretrial proceedings, hearings, trials, and other judicial proceedings. The position handles pretrial conferences and settlement discussions; prepares criminal cases for trial; interviews witnesses and complainants; and tries jury and non-jury criminal and non-criminal matters, including municipal zoning, aesthetic-code enforcement, and civil matters. The City Prosecutor determines and monitors restitution and probation terms and compliance, advises police and enforcement personnel on cases, policies, and legal procedures, and prepares legal documents and analyses. The role supervises and trains assigned staff, including the Victims Assistance Program and contract prosecutors; provides coaching and professional assistance; and helps legal staff develop case strategies and address technical issues. The City Prosecutor also meets with department officials and employees about legal questions and policies, monitors criminal justice trends, and recommends improvements. The incumbent supports courteous and cooperative relations between the City and the public and complies with City policies and procedures. The position requires a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school, a valid Arizona driver’s license in good standing at appointment, and U.S. residency within 25 miles of San Luis. San Luis residency and Spanish bilingual ability are preferred. The work is generally performed in a quiet office environment. Certain positions may require a flexible schedule, and work may involve extended workdays outside regular hours for meetings.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited American Bar Association law school.
Valid Arizona driver’s license in good standing at the time of appointment, maintained as required.
Residency in the United States and within 25 miles of the City of San Luis.
Knowledge of City organization, operations, policies, and procedures; professional rules of conduct and conflicts of interest; constitutional, criminal, and civil-violation law; Arizona Municipal Court procedures and evidence rules; relevant legal precedents; the duties and limits of a city prosecutor; legal research methods and resources; legal case management, ethics, and records management.
Ability to research and apply statutes, case law, court rules, and legal precedents to specific facts.
Ability to evaluate police reports, witness statements, documentary evidence, and case materials for legal sufficiency and appropriate prosecutorial action.
Ability to prepare pleadings, motions, memoranda, trial documents, and written legal analyses.
Ability to litigate criminal and civil matters, examine and cross-examine witnesses, present evidence, and argue legal issues in court.
Ability to negotiate case dispositions and communicate effectively with defendants, defense counsel, victims, witnesses, law enforcement, court representatives, City personnel, and outside agencies.
Ability to develop case strategies, assess evidence, identify legal issues, and resolve complex or contested matters.
Ability to supervise, train, coach, and mentor legal and support staff.
Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and professionally in writing and orally.
Ability to manage competing priorities, deadlines, case assignments, and supervisory responsibilities.
Ability to use legal research tools, case management systems, and standard business software, including Microsoft Word and Office 365.
Ability to exercise independent legal judgment and prosecutorial discretion consistent with law, ethics, and the interests of justice; maintain confidentiality, discretion, impartiality, and professional conduct; and establish effective working relationships.
Ability to operate City vehicles safely for job-related purposes.
Physical ability to sit, walk, stand, speak, hear, use hands and arms for work tasks, perform repetitive hand or wrist movements, and frequently lift up to 10 pounds unaided; close vision and ability to adjust focus are required.
Ability to perform detailed work, analyze and solve problems, manage multiple concurrent tasks, and interact with the public, including dissatisfied individuals.

Nice To Haves

San Luis residency.
Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Attend pretrial conferences with defendants, defense attorneys, and judges, and conduct settlement conferences.
Review police reports and analyze facts, law, and evidence to determine whether prosecution is appropriate.
Prepare criminal cases for trial, interview witnesses and complainants, and prepare legal documents.
Try jury and non-jury criminal and non-criminal matters before City Court, including zoning, aesthetic-code enforcement, and civil matters.
Determine appropriate restitution and probation terms and monitor compliance with court orders.
Consult with and advise police department and other enforcement personnel on cases, legal policies, information requests, and procedures.
Conduct legal research, compile legal instruments and documents, evaluate records and other information, and prepare and present legal analyses.
Supervise, train, coach, and counsel assigned staff, including the Victims Assistance Program and contract prosecutors.
Assist legal staff with case strategy, legal theories, and technical issues.
Meet with department officials and employees to discuss legal questions, policies, and procedures.
Monitor criminal justice trends and recommend or implement improvements and changes.
Maintain courteous and cooperative relationships with the public, community members, visitors, and City staff, and comply with City policies and procedures.
Perform related duties as assigned.