Attorney
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Posting Date: 04/24/24Application Deadline: Open Until FilledPay Range: $77,500.00 - $148,500.00 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 Type: ClassifiedDepartment: County AttorneyAbout the PositionThe Civil Counsel attorney works within the Civil Services Division of the Maricopa County Attorney's Office, Government Advice, and Elected Officials Group. This Practice Group provides legal advice and representation to County officers, including the Board of Supervisors, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, Sheriff, Recorder, Treasurer, School Superintendent, and County Attorney. It also provides legal advice to many Departments in County government that report to the County Manager, including Office of Management and Budget, Justice Courts, Public Health, Public Fiduciary, Medical Examiner, Animal Care and Control, Materials Management, and Facilities Management. In this role, you will focus on litigation and advisory work representing Maricopa County, its agencies, and employees in State and Federal Courts. You will collaborate with other attorneys and paralegals in and out of the office, as well as with clients, in drafting motions, reports, and other documents, negotiating, and working with opposing counsel to assist in achieving compliance.About the Office of County AttorneyThe Civil Services Division of the Maricopa County Attorney's Office serves as a full-service law firm that provides legal representation and advice to the County government, its various elected officials and agencies, as well as the dedicated employees of Maricopa County. We handle matters such as tax appeals by County taxpayers, environmental enforcement cases, public records requests, and defend legal actions, lawsuits, and claims against the County. Our division has four practice groups, including Government Advice/Elected Officials, Human Resources/Tax/Behavioral Health, and Litigation.If you would like to utilize your talents and skills to stand up for Maricopa County, apply today, and join our team!Proud to OfferPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employerLoan Repayment Assistance Program (LRHP) for attorneysOpportunities 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 with $60 monthly medical premium discountsEmployee discounts for goods and servicesLearn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe RequireRecent writing sampleJuris Doctorate (Professional) degree from an ABA-accredited law schoolAt least two years of experience in civil practice, which includes providing advice to government agenciesSuccessful candidates must be admitted to practice law and be in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona at the time of applicationValid Arizona driver's license upon hireThe Maricopa County Attorney's Office requires a thorough background check of all successful candidates and is authorized to test prospective employees for the presence of illegally accessed drugs. Drug testing is conducted once an offer has been extended and before placement.We Also ValueExperience practicing law in a government settingExceptional research and writing skillsExperience handling direct civil trial in the federal and state courtExperience in state and federal appellate courtsExperience in training and development, providing legal advice to police agencies, and statistical analysisJob ContributionsPerform complex legal work and analysis pertaining to advice and litigation issuesConduct research and analyze legal issues using both computerized legal research and hard copy toolsHandle a broad spectrum of civil claims as assigned by the Practice Group Leader, including advising government agenciesAssist the Civil Division with appeals work, including writing and editing appellate court briefs, defending clients at oral argument, and helping other attorneys in preparing appeals and argumentsDraft various documents, including reports and updates, motions, memorandums, and other court documentsAttend court to present and defend the client at status conferences, oral arguments, evidentiary hearings, and other hearings as set by the courtProvide risk analyses and status reports to the Practice Group Leader and, where appropriate, to the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors and clients on all cases and matters assignedAssist with supervising and mentoringResponsible for compliance with continuing legal education requirements and other requirements imposed by the State Bar of ArizonaWorking ConditionsTeleworking is available after a probationary period at the discretion of management and the needs of the officeOffice and courtroom settingsAbility to travel to and from various county locations for court appearances, meetings, and training, utilizing personal or county-owned vehiclesAbility to move up to 20 poundsSelection ProcedureOnly 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!#J-18808-Ljbffr