Mohave County
Attorney I
Mohave County, Kingman, Arizona, United States, 86401
Salary:
$69,409.60 - $75,836.80 AnnuallyJob SummaryMohave County Attorney's Office is currently accepting applications for an Attorney I in the Criminal Division.
The Typical Hiring Salary is $73,632.00 Annually.Performs responsible, professional entry level legal work involved in the performance of professional legal services included in reviewing, preparing, prosecuting, and/or defending cases in a court in the State of Arizona and in preparing and reviewing a variety of legal documents and giving legal advice to assigned departments. An employee in this class may not have ultimate responsibility for important legal decisions and trial work. This class is typically used as a training class in that incumbents may have only limited or no directly related work experience. Incumbents are expected to progress to the journey level with appropriate training, experience and satisfactory job performance.REPORTS TOWork is performed under the general supervision of a higher level of authority.SUPERVISION EXERCISEDAs skill and experience are gained in fulfilling routine duties, increasingly independent action and decisions in accordance with established procedures and regulations may be authorized.Essential Job FunctionsIn learning and training capacity, an employee will assist and perform (as level of understanding and experience increases) in any or all of the examples of work performed by a journey level Attorney II and primarily those work examples that are pertinent to the assigned Department/Division.Prosecutes or defends DUI, traffic offenses, misdemeanors, minor felonies, etc. As a defense attorney, may also represent some felony defendants for preliminary hearings and pre-trial motions.As a prosecution or civil attorney, represents the County in civil cases initiated by or against the County.Interviews and advises complainants, victims and witnesses in regard to prospective criminal or civil action which have been assigned to the County Attorney in varying locals such as office, homes, hospital, crime scenes, and correctional facilities.Interviews and advises indigent defendants and witnesses in regard to defense cases which have been assigned to the Public Defender (includes Legal Defense) in varying locales such as office, homes, hospital, crime scenes, and correctional facilities.Performs legal research and studies.Reviews facts compiled and interprets and applies laws, court decisions and legal points and authorities for use in the preparation and presentation of cases, opinions and briefs for the prosecution or the defense.Prepares legal pleadings such as complaints, answers, writs, demurrers, discovery, judgments and motions.Attends preliminary hearings and trials and prosecutes or defends a variety of cases before County and state courts.Maintains chronological charts, forms, folders, and other related documents, notating and documenting accurate, up-to-date information.Confers with and advises County officials, employees and representatives on legal questions.Drafts ordinances, resolutions and other legislative measures.Confers with investigators regarding the collection of facts and evidence.Attends pretrial law enforcement lineups.Attends arraignments, preliminary hearings, hearings, and trials and defends indigent clients in a variety of cases before County and State courts.Dictates legal instruments, correspondence and reports.Communicates and acts in a professional manner with the public, co-workers, and work contacts.Secondary Job FunctionsPerforms special assignments as requested.Performs related work as required.Exercise regular and predictable attendance and punctuality in accordance with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures.Minimum QualificationsJuris Doctorate from an ABA Law School.Possession of a certificate of admission to the Bar of the State of Arizona and eligibility to practice law before the courts of the State of Arizona per Arizona Supreme Court Rule 38(g). May be hired prior to admission, but at a lower pay rate until full admission is obtained.OR any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications.SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENTWillingness to attain additional knowledge of legal, judicial and other job-related fields through reading of related information and materials and attending training and educational classes.Must possess a valid driver’s license for operation of motor vehicles on Arizona roads at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position.Provide acceptable driving history at no cost to the County.Knowledge OfPrinciples of civil and criminal law and of the methods and practices of pleading and trial advocacy.Judicial procedures and of the rules of evidence.Principles, methods, materials, practices, and references utilized in legal research and presentation.Interviewing and investigative techniques.Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulation.Skill in:Principles, methods, materials, practices, and references utilized in legal research and presentation.Interviewing and investigative techniques.Ability to:Analyze, appraise and organize facts, evidence and precedents and to effectively present such materials in writing and orally in all facets of the assignments including before courts.Understand and interpret constitutional provisions, statutes, cases, administrative regulations and precedents.Understand, interpret and apply pertinent federal, state and local rules, regulations, procedures and policies regarding legal work and services to include departmental procedures and requirements.Read, interpret and apply technical materials encountered as a result of work assignments.Deal with problems which may be controversial or sensitive in nature.Prepare, present and conduct trial defenses and appeals effectively.Determine alternative courses of action.Present and argue cases in court and handle unanticipated problems smoothly.Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with persons of diverse ethnic, educational and economic backgrounds.Maintain objectivity and freedom from prejudice.Maintain confidentiality.Understand and grasp ideas quickly and follow instructions with initiative and exercise good judgment.Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and documentation.Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.Comply with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations.Employee BenefitsMedicalMohave County provides two options for Self Insured Medical Plan, paid by Employee & Employer, to regular employees (employees who work at least 30 hours per week). Both plan options utilize the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona for
in Arizona
coverage, plus the Aetna Choice POS II network for
out of Arizona
coverage; when you need medical care, select a provider from the directory and verify the provider's current status as a network provider. The medical plans include pharmacy benefits.Summary Plan DescriptionPLAN 1: Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO) Plan Deductible $1,000 per person deductible. Calendar Year Out of Pocket Maximum per Single Coverage is $6,300 and $12,700 for Family Coverage.PLAN 2: High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) $3,000 maximum Out of Pocket for Single Coverage and $6000 maximum Out of Pocket maximum for Family.Out of Pocket Maximum includes medical Deductible, medical Copays, Prescription Drug Deductible and Copays.TELADOCTeladoc is a healthcare option available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, and 365 days per year for non-emergent medical conditions.Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)This voluntary benefit is available to all regular employees working at least 30 hours per week. This pre-tax option will reduce taxable income.Health care reimbursement account: up to $2,850 per yearDependent daycare reimbursement account: up to $5,000 per yearHealth Savings Account (HSA)You May Elect To Contribute Up To The Full 2023 Annual LimitThis voluntary benefit is available to all qualified employees who are on the High Deductible Health Plan. This pre-tax option will reduce taxable income.$3,850 max employee contribution for Single coverage$7,750 max employee contribution for Family coverage.DentalDental insurance is available to regular employees working at least 30 hours per week through
Ameritas .High Option: $2,000 maximum annual benefit. High Option includes orthodontia benefit with lifetime maximum of $1,500.Low Option: $2,000 maximum annual benefit.VisionVision insurance is available to regular employees working at least 30 hours per week through
Ameritas.
Ameritas offers access to a broad network of independent providers as well as access to out-of-network providers with two plan options available. Plan 1: EyeMed ViewPointe or Plan 2: VSP Focus.Short Term DisabilityCoverage is through
Ochs, Inc. - Madison National .Short-Term Disability (STD) is insurance that replaces some of your income if an injury or illness prevents you from working. Provided by Mohave County.Life InsuranceCoverage is through
Ochs, Inc. - Minnesota Life .Basic Life Insurance / Accidental Death & Dismemberment of $50,000Provided by Mohave County to regular employees working at least 30 hours per week.Optional / Voluntary BenefitsPayroll deductions are available for the following Optional / Voluntary Benefits:Supplemental Life Insurance is available through Ochs, Inc.- Minnesota Life Insurance Company for employees, spouse and dependent children.Tax Deferred Compensation Plan 457: this option is voluntary and available to all employees through ICMA-RC or Nationwide.Identity Theft Protection is available through IdentityForce, Sontiq for employees and eligible dependents.Retirement Systems / Long-Term DisabilityMohave County is a MANDATORY participating agency in these classification-based retirement systems:(ASRS) Arizona State Retirement System: Eligible employees working at least 20 hours per week for 20 weeks or more. MANDATORY contribution rate as of 07/01/2023 is 12.29% beginning on your first paycheck and is employer matched.(CORP) Correction Officers Retirement Plan: Employees in Adult Detention positions with the Sheriff's Office. Contributions begin 90 days after first day of employment. Election rates of contribution are between 5% - 40%; default rate of 7%.(AOC-CORP) Administration of Courts - Correction Officers Retirement Plan: Juvenile Detention and Adult Probation (Superior Court). Contributions begin 90 days after first day of employment. Election rates of contribution are between 5% - 40%; default rate of 7%.(PSPRS) Public Safety Retirement System: Employees in certain positions with the Sheriff's Office. Defined Benefit Tier 3 contribution amount is 9.94%. Contributions begin 90 days after first day of employment.Additional BenefitsThe following additional benefits are available to all regular employees:11 Paid HolidaysPayroll direct depositPaid Time Off - vacation/sick timePre-tax deduction planUp to 80% of medical premiums paid by Mohave CountyBereavement LeaveThese materials were created to help you understand the benefits available to you. This is not a Summary Plan Description and is not intended to replace the benefit summaries or schedule of benefits contained within the Plan. If any provision of these materials is inconsistent with the language of the Plan, the language of the Plan will govern.
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$69,409.60 - $75,836.80 AnnuallyJob SummaryMohave County Attorney's Office is currently accepting applications for an Attorney I in the Criminal Division.
The Typical Hiring Salary is $73,632.00 Annually.Performs responsible, professional entry level legal work involved in the performance of professional legal services included in reviewing, preparing, prosecuting, and/or defending cases in a court in the State of Arizona and in preparing and reviewing a variety of legal documents and giving legal advice to assigned departments. An employee in this class may not have ultimate responsibility for important legal decisions and trial work. This class is typically used as a training class in that incumbents may have only limited or no directly related work experience. Incumbents are expected to progress to the journey level with appropriate training, experience and satisfactory job performance.REPORTS TOWork is performed under the general supervision of a higher level of authority.SUPERVISION EXERCISEDAs skill and experience are gained in fulfilling routine duties, increasingly independent action and decisions in accordance with established procedures and regulations may be authorized.Essential Job FunctionsIn learning and training capacity, an employee will assist and perform (as level of understanding and experience increases) in any or all of the examples of work performed by a journey level Attorney II and primarily those work examples that are pertinent to the assigned Department/Division.Prosecutes or defends DUI, traffic offenses, misdemeanors, minor felonies, etc. As a defense attorney, may also represent some felony defendants for preliminary hearings and pre-trial motions.As a prosecution or civil attorney, represents the County in civil cases initiated by or against the County.Interviews and advises complainants, victims and witnesses in regard to prospective criminal or civil action which have been assigned to the County Attorney in varying locals such as office, homes, hospital, crime scenes, and correctional facilities.Interviews and advises indigent defendants and witnesses in regard to defense cases which have been assigned to the Public Defender (includes Legal Defense) in varying locales such as office, homes, hospital, crime scenes, and correctional facilities.Performs legal research and studies.Reviews facts compiled and interprets and applies laws, court decisions and legal points and authorities for use in the preparation and presentation of cases, opinions and briefs for the prosecution or the defense.Prepares legal pleadings such as complaints, answers, writs, demurrers, discovery, judgments and motions.Attends preliminary hearings and trials and prosecutes or defends a variety of cases before County and state courts.Maintains chronological charts, forms, folders, and other related documents, notating and documenting accurate, up-to-date information.Confers with and advises County officials, employees and representatives on legal questions.Drafts ordinances, resolutions and other legislative measures.Confers with investigators regarding the collection of facts and evidence.Attends pretrial law enforcement lineups.Attends arraignments, preliminary hearings, hearings, and trials and defends indigent clients in a variety of cases before County and State courts.Dictates legal instruments, correspondence and reports.Communicates and acts in a professional manner with the public, co-workers, and work contacts.Secondary Job FunctionsPerforms special assignments as requested.Performs related work as required.Exercise regular and predictable attendance and punctuality in accordance with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures.Minimum QualificationsJuris Doctorate from an ABA Law School.Possession of a certificate of admission to the Bar of the State of Arizona and eligibility to practice law before the courts of the State of Arizona per Arizona Supreme Court Rule 38(g). May be hired prior to admission, but at a lower pay rate until full admission is obtained.OR any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications.SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENTWillingness to attain additional knowledge of legal, judicial and other job-related fields through reading of related information and materials and attending training and educational classes.Must possess a valid driver’s license for operation of motor vehicles on Arizona roads at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position.Provide acceptable driving history at no cost to the County.Knowledge OfPrinciples of civil and criminal law and of the methods and practices of pleading and trial advocacy.Judicial procedures and of the rules of evidence.Principles, methods, materials, practices, and references utilized in legal research and presentation.Interviewing and investigative techniques.Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulation.Skill in:Principles, methods, materials, practices, and references utilized in legal research and presentation.Interviewing and investigative techniques.Ability to:Analyze, appraise and organize facts, evidence and precedents and to effectively present such materials in writing and orally in all facets of the assignments including before courts.Understand and interpret constitutional provisions, statutes, cases, administrative regulations and precedents.Understand, interpret and apply pertinent federal, state and local rules, regulations, procedures and policies regarding legal work and services to include departmental procedures and requirements.Read, interpret and apply technical materials encountered as a result of work assignments.Deal with problems which may be controversial or sensitive in nature.Prepare, present and conduct trial defenses and appeals effectively.Determine alternative courses of action.Present and argue cases in court and handle unanticipated problems smoothly.Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with persons of diverse ethnic, educational and economic backgrounds.Maintain objectivity and freedom from prejudice.Maintain confidentiality.Understand and grasp ideas quickly and follow instructions with initiative and exercise good judgment.Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and documentation.Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.Comply with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations.Employee BenefitsMedicalMohave County provides two options for Self Insured Medical Plan, paid by Employee & Employer, to regular employees (employees who work at least 30 hours per week). Both plan options utilize the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona for
in Arizona
coverage, plus the Aetna Choice POS II network for
out of Arizona
coverage; when you need medical care, select a provider from the directory and verify the provider's current status as a network provider. The medical plans include pharmacy benefits.Summary Plan DescriptionPLAN 1: Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO) Plan Deductible $1,000 per person deductible. Calendar Year Out of Pocket Maximum per Single Coverage is $6,300 and $12,700 for Family Coverage.PLAN 2: High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) $3,000 maximum Out of Pocket for Single Coverage and $6000 maximum Out of Pocket maximum for Family.Out of Pocket Maximum includes medical Deductible, medical Copays, Prescription Drug Deductible and Copays.TELADOCTeladoc is a healthcare option available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, and 365 days per year for non-emergent medical conditions.Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)This voluntary benefit is available to all regular employees working at least 30 hours per week. This pre-tax option will reduce taxable income.Health care reimbursement account: up to $2,850 per yearDependent daycare reimbursement account: up to $5,000 per yearHealth Savings Account (HSA)You May Elect To Contribute Up To The Full 2023 Annual LimitThis voluntary benefit is available to all qualified employees who are on the High Deductible Health Plan. This pre-tax option will reduce taxable income.$3,850 max employee contribution for Single coverage$7,750 max employee contribution for Family coverage.DentalDental insurance is available to regular employees working at least 30 hours per week through
Ameritas .High Option: $2,000 maximum annual benefit. High Option includes orthodontia benefit with lifetime maximum of $1,500.Low Option: $2,000 maximum annual benefit.VisionVision insurance is available to regular employees working at least 30 hours per week through
Ameritas.
Ameritas offers access to a broad network of independent providers as well as access to out-of-network providers with two plan options available. Plan 1: EyeMed ViewPointe or Plan 2: VSP Focus.Short Term DisabilityCoverage is through
Ochs, Inc. - Madison National .Short-Term Disability (STD) is insurance that replaces some of your income if an injury or illness prevents you from working. Provided by Mohave County.Life InsuranceCoverage is through
Ochs, Inc. - Minnesota Life .Basic Life Insurance / Accidental Death & Dismemberment of $50,000Provided by Mohave County to regular employees working at least 30 hours per week.Optional / Voluntary BenefitsPayroll deductions are available for the following Optional / Voluntary Benefits:Supplemental Life Insurance is available through Ochs, Inc.- Minnesota Life Insurance Company for employees, spouse and dependent children.Tax Deferred Compensation Plan 457: this option is voluntary and available to all employees through ICMA-RC or Nationwide.Identity Theft Protection is available through IdentityForce, Sontiq for employees and eligible dependents.Retirement Systems / Long-Term DisabilityMohave County is a MANDATORY participating agency in these classification-based retirement systems:(ASRS) Arizona State Retirement System: Eligible employees working at least 20 hours per week for 20 weeks or more. MANDATORY contribution rate as of 07/01/2023 is 12.29% beginning on your first paycheck and is employer matched.(CORP) Correction Officers Retirement Plan: Employees in Adult Detention positions with the Sheriff's Office. Contributions begin 90 days after first day of employment. Election rates of contribution are between 5% - 40%; default rate of 7%.(AOC-CORP) Administration of Courts - Correction Officers Retirement Plan: Juvenile Detention and Adult Probation (Superior Court). Contributions begin 90 days after first day of employment. Election rates of contribution are between 5% - 40%; default rate of 7%.(PSPRS) Public Safety Retirement System: Employees in certain positions with the Sheriff's Office. Defined Benefit Tier 3 contribution amount is 9.94%. Contributions begin 90 days after first day of employment.Additional BenefitsThe following additional benefits are available to all regular employees:11 Paid HolidaysPayroll direct depositPaid Time Off - vacation/sick timePre-tax deduction planUp to 80% of medical premiums paid by Mohave CountyBereavement LeaveThese materials were created to help you understand the benefits available to you. This is not a Summary Plan Description and is not intended to replace the benefit summaries or schedule of benefits contained within the Plan. If any provision of these materials is inconsistent with the language of the Plan, the language of the Plan will govern.
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