3001 - Attorney I (Civil Division)
Apply NowCompany: Pima County, AZ
Location: Tucson, AZ 85705
Description:
Salary: $78,500.00 - $149,150.00 Annually
Location : Tucson, AZ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2024-01527
Department: County Attorney
Division: PCA CIVIL LIT
Opening Date: 09/20/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Position Description
A RESUME AND WRITING SAMPLE ARE REQUIRED AND MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH A COMPLETED APPLICATION. Applications will be considered incomplete without a resume and writing sample.
A COVER LETTER IS REQUESTED TO BE SUBMITTED WITH APPLICATION.
Salary Grade: A2
Pay Range
Full Range: $78,500 - $149,150 Annually
Annual Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.
For more information about the Pima County Attorney's Office, please visit their website at:The Pima County Attorney's Office Civil Division is seeking an attorney for the Business Transactions and Land Use Unit. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-orientated, personable yet firm, and challenge-ready!
This classification is appointed, unclassified, and exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.
Duties/Responsibilities
(Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.)
Prosecutes or defends a variety of criminal or civil cases in Justice Court, Juvenile Court, Superior Court, Federal Court, and Appellate Courts which may include misdemeanor, felony, dependency, delinquency, mental health, guardianship, conservatorship, probate administration, contract, tort, environmental, real estate, tax issues, child support, or appellate cases;
Represents County departments, boards and commissions in civil litigation and administrative matters;
Engages in negotiations for compromise and settlement of cases and complies with Victims' Rights;
Engages in pretrial, trial, post-trial and appellate practice as required by cases;
Prepares litigation, deposes witnesses, provides witness notification, and conducts bench and jury trials;
Researches legal questions;
Researches and drafts legal motions, pleadings, briefs and other legal documents;
Reviews, evaluates, and participates in investigations;
Complies with all rules regulating professional responsibility;
Upholds the values and goals of the assigned Department and County;
Performs other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Knowledge of:
Skill in:
Minimum Qualifications
Juris Doctorate.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
SPECIAL NOTICE ITEM: A resume, cover letter and writing sample are required with a completed application. Documents must be uploaded to the application at time of submission.
Selection Procedure:
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information
Licenses and Certificates: Admission to the Arizona State Bar at the time of appointment, which must be maintained in good standing. Valid driver's license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver's license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant's suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services' review and approval of the candidate's driving record.
Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. All positions require the successful completion of a thorough background investigation due to the need for access to detention, courts, corrections, and or law enforcement facilities, or associated confidential information, documents and materials.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Pima County provides access to high-quality, affordable healthcare for eligible employees and has an award-winning wellness program. Our plan is designed to ensure a high level of coverage and financial protection. Read more about our benefits program by
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ATTORNEY UNCLASSIFIED - SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:The following questions are designed to assist Human Resources in determining those specialty areas in which you have the training, experience and interest. Your application will not be referred for consideration to those departments/divisions for which you indicated no interest or left blank.
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Do you wish to be considered for employment with the CRIMINAL DIVISION of the Pima County Attorney's Office?
03
Do you wish to be considered for employment with the CIVIL DIVISION of the Pima County Attorney's Office?(If "Yes", please submit a copy of your resume and sample of legal writing with your application.)
04
Graduation from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited school of law?
05
List name of school and date of graduation:
06
Currently admitted to the Arizona Bar?
07
If "Yes" provide the date of first admission, If "No" please input "N/A".
08
Pending Arizona Bar results?
09
If "Yes" list anticipated date:
10
Currently hold Bar Certification in another state?
11
If "Yes" list the state(s) and date(s) admitted:
12
Indicate TOTAL number of years of experience as an Attorney:
13
FELONY CRIMINAL EXPERIENCE - (Please list the Type of Case; Course Work or Training; Work Experience (Years/# of Cases); Jury or Court Trials; Prosecution/Defense):
14
MISDEMEANOR CRIMINAL EXPERIENCE - (Please list the Type of Case; Course Work or Training; Work Experience (Years/# of Cases); Jury or Court Trials; Prosecution/Defense):
15
Please list your GPA and Class Rank from Law School:
16
APPEALS CRIMINAL EXPERIENCE - (Please list the Type of Case; Course Work or Training; Work Experience (Years/# of Cases); Jury or Court Trials; Prosecution/Defense):
17
JUVENILE COURT EXPERIENCE - (Please list the Type of Case; Course Work or Training; Work Experience (Years/# of Cases); Jury or Court Trials; Prosecution/Defense):
18
Example of most serious Criminal cases handled (include Felony, Juvenile, Appeals):
19
CIVIL EXPERIENCE - (Please list the Type of Case; Course Work or Training; Work Experience (Years/# of Cases); Jury or Court Trials; Prosecution/Defense):
20
Example of most serious Civil cases handled:
21
OTHER EXPERIENCE - Indicate Probate, Disability Law, etc.:(Please list the Type of Case; Course Work or Training; Work Experience (Years/# of Cases); Jury or Court Trials; Prosecution/Defense):
22
Have you completed the Arizona Supreme Court Private Fiduciary Program Registration?
23
If "Yes", when did you attend the program?
24
Please indicate Law School Experience in Adv. Moot Court:
25
Please indicate Clinical Law School Experience:
26
Please indicate Law School Experience with Law Review:
27
Please indicate Law School Experience with Trial Practice:
28
Please indicate Law School Experience as 38(D) Student:
29
LEGAL EXPERIENCE (Part 1): Please select ALL fields of law that you have legal experience in, as an ATTORNEY:
30
LEGAL EXPERIENCE (Part 2):Based on your selections above, please indicate: 1. The specialty area of law.2. The years and type of legal experience.3. Any Trial Assistance (Court/Jury) experience in that specialty area.
31
SPECIALITY AREAS OF LAW:Please select all of the areas of law that you are interested in:
Required Question
Location : Tucson, AZ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2024-01527
Department: County Attorney
Division: PCA CIVIL LIT
Opening Date: 09/20/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Position Description
A RESUME AND WRITING SAMPLE ARE REQUIRED AND MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH A COMPLETED APPLICATION. Applications will be considered incomplete without a resume and writing sample.
A COVER LETTER IS REQUESTED TO BE SUBMITTED WITH APPLICATION.
Salary Grade: A2
Pay Range
Full Range: $78,500 - $149,150 Annually
Annual Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.
For more information about the Pima County Attorney's Office, please visit their website at:The Pima County Attorney's Office Civil Division is seeking an attorney for the Business Transactions and Land Use Unit. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-orientated, personable yet firm, and challenge-ready!
This classification is appointed, unclassified, and exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.
Duties/Responsibilities
(Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.)
Prosecutes or defends a variety of criminal or civil cases in Justice Court, Juvenile Court, Superior Court, Federal Court, and Appellate Courts which may include misdemeanor, felony, dependency, delinquency, mental health, guardianship, conservatorship, probate administration, contract, tort, environmental, real estate, tax issues, child support, or appellate cases;
Represents County departments, boards and commissions in civil litigation and administrative matters;
Engages in negotiations for compromise and settlement of cases and complies with Victims' Rights;
Engages in pretrial, trial, post-trial and appellate practice as required by cases;
Prepares litigation, deposes witnesses, provides witness notification, and conducts bench and jury trials;
Researches legal questions;
Researches and drafts legal motions, pleadings, briefs and other legal documents;
Reviews, evaluates, and participates in investigations;
Complies with all rules regulating professional responsibility;
Upholds the values and goals of the assigned Department and County;
Performs other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Knowledge of:
- civil, criminal, constitutional, or administrative law;
- laws, court decisions, and rules of evidence and procedure;
- presenting and arguing cases in court and ability to handle unanticipated problems;
- principles, methods, materials, practices, and references in utilizing legal research;
- legal and professional ethics.
Skill in:
- applying legal analysis, research, and writing techniques to draft clear, concise, and organized legal correspondence, memoranda, documents and pleadings;
- interviewing of witnesses to obtain facts;
- researching and analyzing legal documents and instruments;
- developing and acting on sound legal strategies;
- presenting and arguing cases in court;
- effectively and efficiently negotiating the just resolution of assigned cases;
- developing and maintaining effective working relationships with others;
- communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
Minimum Qualifications
Juris Doctorate.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
SPECIAL NOTICE ITEM: A resume, cover letter and writing sample are required with a completed application. Documents must be uploaded to the application at time of submission.
Selection Procedure:
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information
Licenses and Certificates: Admission to the Arizona State Bar at the time of appointment, which must be maintained in good standing. Valid driver's license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver's license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant's suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services' review and approval of the candidate's driving record.
Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. All positions require the successful completion of a thorough background investigation due to the need for access to detention, courts, corrections, and or law enforcement facilities, or associated confidential information, documents and materials.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Pima County provides access to high-quality, affordable healthcare for eligible employees and has an award-winning wellness program. Our plan is designed to ensure a high level of coverage and financial protection. Read more about our benefits program by
01
ATTORNEY UNCLASSIFIED - SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:The following questions are designed to assist Human Resources in determining those specialty areas in which you have the training, experience and interest. Your application will not be referred for consideration to those departments/divisions for which you indicated no interest or left blank.
02
Do you wish to be considered for employment with the CRIMINAL DIVISION of the Pima County Attorney's Office?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you wish to be considered for employment with the CIVIL DIVISION of the Pima County Attorney's Office?(If "Yes", please submit a copy of your resume and sample of legal writing with your application.)
- Yes
- No
04
Graduation from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited school of law?
- Yes
- No
- Pending graduation
05
List name of school and date of graduation:
06
Currently admitted to the Arizona Bar?
- Yes
- No
- Pending Arizona Bar results
07
If "Yes" provide the date of first admission, If "No" please input "N/A".
08
Pending Arizona Bar results?
- Yes
- No
09
If "Yes" list anticipated date:
10
Currently hold Bar Certification in another state?
- Yes
- No
11
If "Yes" list the state(s) and date(s) admitted:
12
Indicate TOTAL number of years of experience as an Attorney:
- Less than 1 year
- 1 to 5 years
- 6 to 10 years
- More than 10 years
13
FELONY CRIMINAL EXPERIENCE - (Please list the Type of Case; Course Work or Training; Work Experience (Years/# of Cases); Jury or Court Trials; Prosecution/Defense):
14
MISDEMEANOR CRIMINAL EXPERIENCE - (Please list the Type of Case; Course Work or Training; Work Experience (Years/# of Cases); Jury or Court Trials; Prosecution/Defense):
15
Please list your GPA and Class Rank from Law School:
16
APPEALS CRIMINAL EXPERIENCE - (Please list the Type of Case; Course Work or Training; Work Experience (Years/# of Cases); Jury or Court Trials; Prosecution/Defense):
17
JUVENILE COURT EXPERIENCE - (Please list the Type of Case; Course Work or Training; Work Experience (Years/# of Cases); Jury or Court Trials; Prosecution/Defense):
18
Example of most serious Criminal cases handled (include Felony, Juvenile, Appeals):
19
CIVIL EXPERIENCE - (Please list the Type of Case; Course Work or Training; Work Experience (Years/# of Cases); Jury or Court Trials; Prosecution/Defense):
20
Example of most serious Civil cases handled:
21
OTHER EXPERIENCE - Indicate Probate, Disability Law, etc.:(Please list the Type of Case; Course Work or Training; Work Experience (Years/# of Cases); Jury or Court Trials; Prosecution/Defense):
22
Have you completed the Arizona Supreme Court Private Fiduciary Program Registration?
- Yes
- No
23
If "Yes", when did you attend the program?
24
Please indicate Law School Experience in Adv. Moot Court:
25
Please indicate Clinical Law School Experience:
26
Please indicate Law School Experience with Law Review:
27
Please indicate Law School Experience with Trial Practice:
28
Please indicate Law School Experience as 38(D) Student:
29
LEGAL EXPERIENCE (Part 1): Please select ALL fields of law that you have legal experience in, as an ATTORNEY:
- Administrative
- Adult - Dependency and Severances
- Appeals
- Bankruptcy
- Civil Law
- Collections
- Contracts
- Constitutional
- Corporation
- Criminal - Defense
- Criminal - Prosecution
- Domestic / Family Support
- Economic Crime / White Collar Crime
- Eminent Domain
- Employment
- Environmental
- Health Care
- Insurance
- Juvenile
- Juvenile - Delinquency
- Juvenile - Dependency and Severances
- Labor
- Land Use
- Medical Malpractice
- Mental Health
- Personal Injury
- Probate
- Real Estate
- Tax
- Tort
- Water
- Worker's Compensation
- Zoning
- OTHER (Please describe below)
30
LEGAL EXPERIENCE (Part 2):Based on your selections above, please indicate: 1. The specialty area of law.2. The years and type of legal experience.3. Any Trial Assistance (Court/Jury) experience in that specialty area.
31
SPECIALITY AREAS OF LAW:Please select all of the areas of law that you are interested in:
- Administrative
- Adult - Dependency and Severances
- Appeals
- Bankruptcy
- Civil Law
- Collections
- Contracts
- Corporate
- Criminal - Defense
- Criminal - Prosecution
- Domestic / Family Support
- Economic Crime / White Collar Crime
- Eminent Domain
- Employment
- Environmental
- Health Care
- Insurance
- Juvenile
- Labor
- Land Use
- Medical Malpractice
- Mental Health
- Personal Injury
- Probate
- Real Estate
- Tax
- Tort
- Tribal Law
- Water
- Worker's Compensation
- Zoning
- OTHER
Required Question