Maricopa County
Attorney
Maricopa County, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
Posting Date01/17/24Application DeadlineOpen Until FilledPay RangeFull Range: $77,500 - $148,500 annuallySalary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.Job TypeUnclassifiedDepartmentLegal DefenderAbout The Position
Are you committed to serving your community and making a difference in the lives of parents in Juvenile Dependency/Severance cases? If you are someone we can count on to advocate professionally, aggressively, and ethically on behalf of parents, look no further than the Maricopa County Office of the Legal Defender! We are looking for a candidate to represent indigent clients when appointed by the court, prepare cases for defense, and present cases in all phases of court proceedings.This recruitment may be used to fill current vacancies in the Juvenile Dependency/Severance. This position may be assigned to the Old Court House (downtown Phoenix) or one of the JD/JS satellite offices at Mesa or Durango court buildings.This recruitment is utilized to fill Attorney tier I – III positions. The level and compensation offered will be based on the education and experience provided on the application.Attorneys hired at a tier I will be compensated at a range of $77,500 -- $114,000Attorneys hired at a tier II will be compensated at a range of $90,500 – $130,500Attorneys hired at a tier III will be compensated at a range of $100,500 -- $148,500About The Office Of The Legal Defender
The Office of the Legal Defender consists of attorneys and support staff helping to provide quality legal representation to indigent individuals assigned to us by the court, thus safeguarding the fundamental legal rights of each member of the community.If you would like to seek just and equitable treatment for our clients, apply today and join our team!Proud to Offer
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employerLoan Repayment Assistance Program (LRHP) for attorney’sOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyExceptional work-life balance with teleworking optionsLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsEnrollment in Arizona State Retirement SystemPaid vacation, sick, and parental (birth/adoption) leavesExtensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discountsEmployee discounts for goods and servicesWe Require
Juris Doctor or Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved law schoolOther Requirements
License to practice law and a member in good standing with the State Bar of ArizonaApplications will be accepted from candidates who have passed the Arizona state bar examination, or those transferring UBE scores, and are awaiting admission to the bar, but such candidates cannot be hired until admittedValid Arizona driver’s license upon hireWe Also Value
One year of practicing Juvenile Dependency/Severance casesIntermediate bilingual (English/Spanish) skillsJob Contributions
Appear in court; representing clients at scheduled hearings and trialsPresent oral arguments as appropriate in support of clients’ legal interestResearch facts and analyze legal issues using both computerized and printed legal research toolsCompose motions, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documentsPrepare cases for trial by interviewing witnesses, traveling to various locations, and reviewing evidence on and off-siteDiscuss and present analyses of legal issues to clients, court personnel, and related individualsCommunicate in person and by phone with clients, opposing counsel, co-workers, supervisors, and othersAttend Continuing Legal Education seminarsWorking Conditions
Office environment or courtroomThis position requires viewing traumatic subject matter, including possible child abuseAbility to meet deadlines with a high volume of workThis position involves contact with the public and close working relationships with other staff membersAbility to lift, carry, or push up to 35 pounds for 200-300 feetSelection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be consideredConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.Apply Now!
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Are you committed to serving your community and making a difference in the lives of parents in Juvenile Dependency/Severance cases? If you are someone we can count on to advocate professionally, aggressively, and ethically on behalf of parents, look no further than the Maricopa County Office of the Legal Defender! We are looking for a candidate to represent indigent clients when appointed by the court, prepare cases for defense, and present cases in all phases of court proceedings.This recruitment may be used to fill current vacancies in the Juvenile Dependency/Severance. This position may be assigned to the Old Court House (downtown Phoenix) or one of the JD/JS satellite offices at Mesa or Durango court buildings.This recruitment is utilized to fill Attorney tier I – III positions. The level and compensation offered will be based on the education and experience provided on the application.Attorneys hired at a tier I will be compensated at a range of $77,500 -- $114,000Attorneys hired at a tier II will be compensated at a range of $90,500 – $130,500Attorneys hired at a tier III will be compensated at a range of $100,500 -- $148,500About The Office Of The Legal Defender
The Office of the Legal Defender consists of attorneys and support staff helping to provide quality legal representation to indigent individuals assigned to us by the court, thus safeguarding the fundamental legal rights of each member of the community.If you would like to seek just and equitable treatment for our clients, apply today and join our team!Proud to Offer
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employerLoan Repayment Assistance Program (LRHP) for attorney’sOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyExceptional work-life balance with teleworking optionsLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsEnrollment in Arizona State Retirement SystemPaid vacation, sick, and parental (birth/adoption) leavesExtensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discountsEmployee discounts for goods and servicesWe Require
Juris Doctor or Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved law schoolOther Requirements
License to practice law and a member in good standing with the State Bar of ArizonaApplications will be accepted from candidates who have passed the Arizona state bar examination, or those transferring UBE scores, and are awaiting admission to the bar, but such candidates cannot be hired until admittedValid Arizona driver’s license upon hireWe Also Value
One year of practicing Juvenile Dependency/Severance casesIntermediate bilingual (English/Spanish) skillsJob Contributions
Appear in court; representing clients at scheduled hearings and trialsPresent oral arguments as appropriate in support of clients’ legal interestResearch facts and analyze legal issues using both computerized and printed legal research toolsCompose motions, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documentsPrepare cases for trial by interviewing witnesses, traveling to various locations, and reviewing evidence on and off-siteDiscuss and present analyses of legal issues to clients, court personnel, and related individualsCommunicate in person and by phone with clients, opposing counsel, co-workers, supervisors, and othersAttend Continuing Legal Education seminarsWorking Conditions
Office environment or courtroomThis position requires viewing traumatic subject matter, including possible child abuseAbility to meet deadlines with a high volume of workThis position involves contact with the public and close working relationships with other staff membersAbility to lift, carry, or push up to 35 pounds for 200-300 feetSelection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be consideredConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.Apply Now!
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