Prosecutor I-II Specialty Courts
About The Position
Our Specialty Court Prosecutors are responsible for handling cases on behalf of the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office in the Probation Violation Courts and in various other specialty courts. Duties include representing the State in probation violation proceedings, which involves the review of felony matters in which defendants are alleged to have violated the terms of their probation. Specialty Court Prosecutors also make appropriate sentencing recommendations, respond to oral and written motions, and conduct evidentiary hearings as needed. This position also requires prosecutors to respond to post-conviction motions in various cases, including motions to modify probationary terms and to restore civil rights. Specialty Court Prosecutors may be called upon to represent the State in other specialty courts such as Drug Court, DUI Court, Veterans Court, and Mental Health Court. The specific assignment to a court or transfer to a new assignment performing comparable work is possible and at the sole discretion of the County Attorney. This recruitment is utilized to fill Prosecutor levels I – II positions. The level and compensation offered will be based on the education and experience provided on the application. Prosecutors hired at a level I will be compensated at a range of $82,250.00 - $108,750.00. Prosecutors hired at a level II will be compensated at a range of $102,000.00 - $148,500.00 and must have a minimum of three years of directly applicable experience or six years minimum experience as an attorney in an unrelated field. Typically, successful candidates are hired at a salary rate up to the midpoint of the range, based on relevant experience, internal equity, and budgetary allowances.
Requirements
- Three years of experience for Prosecutor II consideration
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited and American Bar Association (ABA) approved law school
- Must be admitted to practice law and a member in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona at the time of hire
- Valid Arizona driver's license upon hire
- May be required to travel to perform certain work functions
Nice To Haves
- Prosecutor experience in Arizona
Responsibilities
- Represent the State in probation violation court hearings and other specialty courts as needed
- Manage high-volume, fast-paced court calendars
- Ensure compliance with discovery requirements in probation revocation matters
- Conduct revocation hearings and other evidentiary hearings as required
- Handle specialized calendars, particularly cases where defendants have failed to complete diversion programs, including analyzing cases to determine appropriate plea offers, making diversion re-entry decisions, and making sentencing recommendations.
- Draft appropriate and accurate plea agreements
- Advocate both orally and in writing on behalf of the State
- Make oral and written sentencing and disposition recommendations
- Assist victims in asserting their rights at any hearing
- Review and respond to motions in felony cases as assigned
- Properly documents and closes case files in accordance with MCAO policies and procedures
- Comply with all rules regulating professional responsibility
- Cover court and other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer
- Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRHP) for attorneys
- Work with a greater purpose
- Tuition reimbursement
- Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options (depending on business needs)
- Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
- Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
- Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
- Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
- Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
- Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
