Assistant Attorney I/II Flex
Apply NowCompany: City & Borough of Juneau, AK
Location: Juneau, AK 99801
Description:
Salary: $113,588.80 - $138,174.40 Annually
Location : Juneau (Downtown)
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202400434
Department: Law
Division: Criminal Section
Opening Date: 09/05/2024
Position Number: 222004
Bargaining Unit: Unrepresented
Pay Range: 322,324
Hours Per Week: 40
Telework Availability: A hybrid (i.e., 3 days in office/2 days working from home) arrangement may be available once eligibility criteria is met.
Description
The City & Borough of Juneau, Law Department is hiring for an Assistant Attorney!
The Assistant Attorney I/II performs a broad range of legal work including providing legal advice and litigating criminal and civil matters. The position focuses primarily on criminal prosecution and providing legal guidance to the Juneau Police Department, which is estimated to account for 95% of the duties.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FORCommitment to public service. High ethical standards. Collegial problem solver. If those phrases describe you, please consider applying. We seek an attorney who can join our prosecution team, consisting of two prosecutors and two support staff, to help the community.
Self-motivation to learn CBJ law (i.e. CBJC Title 42, 72, and Chapter 1.40), Alaska law (i.e. A.S. Title 11, 12, and 47), and the Alaska Court Rules is crucial, as the position will have a week to observe and learn some foundational knowledge before immersion in to case work, including arraignments, case screening, Rule 11 negotiations, and trials.
The workload in the CBJ Law Department is fast-paced, nearly all paperless, and requires all attorneys to be computer savvy and quickly able to research relevant law and understand the relevant facts. A qualified candidate will have the ability to formulate well-reasoned arguments, be comfortable making quick decisions, and prosecute misdemeanor cases and non complex civil cases independently with minimal supervision.
ABOUT THE LAW DEPARTMENT
The mission of the Law Department is to empower policymakers by drafting, explaining, and enforcing the law. We are a collegial team that adapts to the needs of our clients and coworkers. We have a criminal prosecution division with two prosecutors and two paralegals/litigation assistants who prosecute around 1100 cases per year, and a civil division with three attorneys and one paralegal/litigation assistant who provide a range of legal services including legal advice to clients, drafting legislation, prosecuting civil suits, and defending client decisions. We also have an office manager who directly supervises the support staff and manages the department's budget. The municipal attorney, who is appointed by the CBJ Assembly, supervises the attorneys and provides overall policy direction to the office.
WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION
This position generally works Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The position also alternates being on-call every other week and attending court on every other weekend. We value work-life balance, so schedule flexibility exists to accommodate weekend court and completing time sensitive legal matters. The Law Department offices are located in downtown Juneau in the Sealaska Plaza Building directly across from City Hall.
Typical Responsibilities
Typical responsibilities include the following:
Minimum Qualifications
Desired Qualifications:
Positions in this class are partially exempt, but the following desirable qualifications are recommended:
Assistant Attorney I - Range 322 - $113,588.80 - $121,284.80 Annually (DOE)
Experience:
Experience as a legal intern or clerk is preferred.
Assistant Attorney II - Range 324 - $129,459.20 - $138,174.40 Annually (DOE)
Experience:
Four (4) years of professional level legal experience as an attorney.
For both levels:
Education:
Juris Doctorate required.
Other:
Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Alaska and be a member in good standing of the Alaska Bar.
The selected candidate must have unquestioned ethics and personal integrity. All information provided by the candidate will be verified. Candidates who materially misrepresent any information provided in the employment process will be excluded from consideration or dismissed if already employed.
Supplemental Information
The Assistant Attorney I/II is within the partially exempt service and serves at the pleasure of City Attorney. Applications and resumes received are subject to public disclosure.
This position is open until filled. We have one vacancy to fill. We are accepting applications until the position is filled. The first review of applications will occur on September 20, 2024.
This position is flexibly staffed. The level of the job offer will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications. If hired at the lower level, the successful applicant will be promoted to the higher level upon meeting the minimum qualifications for the higher level, completing the training plan and demonstrating competency in the work as determined by the supervisor.
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED INFORMATION
At the time of application, applicants are required to submit a cover letter and transcripts (if applicable).
HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO
Hiring Manager: Junnie Chup, Law Office Manager
Email:
Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.
Education
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.
Work Experience
If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.
If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
Application Assistance
For questions regarding application submission or system operation errors, please visit: If your question is not answered in the FAQ, you may contact the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at ([redacted] or [redacted].
For applicant password assistance, please visit:
EEO Statement
The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call ([redacted] or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or [redacted], or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at [redacted] or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.
Careers with the City & Borough of Juneau offer Many Benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the City & Borough of Juneau. Actual benefits received may differ based on position type and will be prorated for other than full time work.
Incumbents of Part-time Limited, Eaglecrest Limited, Short-term Temporary, Emergency and Intern positions are not eligible for the benefits described below.
Insurance Benefits
Retirement Benefits
For more information on health, retirement and optional benefits for eligible employees visit:
Paid Leave and Holidays
Employee Wellness Program
The Employee Wellness Program assists employees in making choices that support their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The program provides:
For more information on the Employee Wellness Program visit .
Additional Perks
Location : Juneau (Downtown)
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202400434
Department: Law
Division: Criminal Section
Opening Date: 09/05/2024
Position Number: 222004
Bargaining Unit: Unrepresented
Pay Range: 322,324
Hours Per Week: 40
Telework Availability: A hybrid (i.e., 3 days in office/2 days working from home) arrangement may be available once eligibility criteria is met.
Description
The City & Borough of Juneau, Law Department is hiring for an Assistant Attorney!
The Assistant Attorney I/II performs a broad range of legal work including providing legal advice and litigating criminal and civil matters. The position focuses primarily on criminal prosecution and providing legal guidance to the Juneau Police Department, which is estimated to account for 95% of the duties.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FORCommitment to public service. High ethical standards. Collegial problem solver. If those phrases describe you, please consider applying. We seek an attorney who can join our prosecution team, consisting of two prosecutors and two support staff, to help the community.
Self-motivation to learn CBJ law (i.e. CBJC Title 42, 72, and Chapter 1.40), Alaska law (i.e. A.S. Title 11, 12, and 47), and the Alaska Court Rules is crucial, as the position will have a week to observe and learn some foundational knowledge before immersion in to case work, including arraignments, case screening, Rule 11 negotiations, and trials.
The workload in the CBJ Law Department is fast-paced, nearly all paperless, and requires all attorneys to be computer savvy and quickly able to research relevant law and understand the relevant facts. A qualified candidate will have the ability to formulate well-reasoned arguments, be comfortable making quick decisions, and prosecute misdemeanor cases and non complex civil cases independently with minimal supervision.
ABOUT THE LAW DEPARTMENT
The mission of the Law Department is to empower policymakers by drafting, explaining, and enforcing the law. We are a collegial team that adapts to the needs of our clients and coworkers. We have a criminal prosecution division with two prosecutors and two paralegals/litigation assistants who prosecute around 1100 cases per year, and a civil division with three attorneys and one paralegal/litigation assistant who provide a range of legal services including legal advice to clients, drafting legislation, prosecuting civil suits, and defending client decisions. We also have an office manager who directly supervises the support staff and manages the department's budget. The municipal attorney, who is appointed by the CBJ Assembly, supervises the attorneys and provides overall policy direction to the office.
WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION
This position generally works Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The position also alternates being on-call every other week and attending court on every other weekend. We value work-life balance, so schedule flexibility exists to accommodate weekend court and completing time sensitive legal matters. The Law Department offices are located in downtown Juneau in the Sealaska Plaza Building directly across from City Hall.
Typical Responsibilities
Typical responsibilities include the following:
- Prosecuting misdemeanors and criminal infractions (e.g., assaults, driving under the influence, larceny, regulatory offenses, and code enforcement).
- Participating in any court-directed program such as the Coordinated Resources Project (CRP).
- Managing all stages of trial and appeal, including legal research, briefing, and oral argument.
- Sharing 24/7 calls and weekend arraignments.
- Assisting other City departments by answering legal questions and drafting legal opinions as needed.
- Performing other related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Desired Qualifications:
Positions in this class are partially exempt, but the following desirable qualifications are recommended:
Assistant Attorney I - Range 322 - $113,588.80 - $121,284.80 Annually (DOE)
Experience:
Experience as a legal intern or clerk is preferred.
Assistant Attorney II - Range 324 - $129,459.20 - $138,174.40 Annually (DOE)
Experience:
Four (4) years of professional level legal experience as an attorney.
For both levels:
Education:
Juris Doctorate required.
Other:
Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Alaska and be a member in good standing of the Alaska Bar.
The selected candidate must have unquestioned ethics and personal integrity. All information provided by the candidate will be verified. Candidates who materially misrepresent any information provided in the employment process will be excluded from consideration or dismissed if already employed.
Supplemental Information
The Assistant Attorney I/II is within the partially exempt service and serves at the pleasure of City Attorney. Applications and resumes received are subject to public disclosure.
This position is open until filled. We have one vacancy to fill. We are accepting applications until the position is filled. The first review of applications will occur on September 20, 2024.
This position is flexibly staffed. The level of the job offer will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications. If hired at the lower level, the successful applicant will be promoted to the higher level upon meeting the minimum qualifications for the higher level, completing the training plan and demonstrating competency in the work as determined by the supervisor.
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED INFORMATION
At the time of application, applicants are required to submit a cover letter and transcripts (if applicable).
HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO
Hiring Manager: Junnie Chup, Law Office Manager
Email:
Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.
Education
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.
Work Experience
If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.
If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
Application Assistance
For questions regarding application submission or system operation errors, please visit: If your question is not answered in the FAQ, you may contact the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at ([redacted] or [redacted].
For applicant password assistance, please visit:
EEO Statement
The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call ([redacted] or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or [redacted], or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at [redacted] or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.
Careers with the City & Borough of Juneau offer Many Benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the City & Borough of Juneau. Actual benefits received may differ based on position type and will be prorated for other than full time work.
Incumbents of Part-time Limited, Eaglecrest Limited, Short-term Temporary, Emergency and Intern positions are not eligible for the benefits described below.
Insurance Benefits
- Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
- No cost employee only plan available
- Employer paid Basic Life insurance--$5,000 for employee, spouse & dependents
- Additional optional coverage available
- Travel protection & financial services offered as part of the Life Insurance coverage
- Optional group-based insurance premiums for
- Term life with Accidental Death and Dismemberment (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
- Short-term Disability
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
- Employees are eligible for an employer funded Dependent Care Account (DCA) up to $5000.00 at open enrollment following 1 year of actively working.
Retirement Benefits
- Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
- Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program, depending on your date of hire
- Option to enroll in the City & Borough of Juneau's Deferred Compensation Program with MissionSquare
- Employer match available for participating PERS Tier IV employees
- Note: The Defined Contribution Plan & Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options
For more information on health, retirement and optional benefits for eligible employees visit:
Paid Leave and Holidays
- Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
- 21 days of PL within first year of employment
- Personal leave includes Sick leave
- Twelve paid holidays a year
- Six weeks Paid Parental Leave (to eligible employees)
Employee Wellness Program
The Employee Wellness Program assists employees in making choices that support their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The program provides:
- An opportunity to earn a health insurance premium discount of $1300 per year
- An Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Pass Discounts to local and CBJ recreation facilities
- Health related webinars
- Office Ergonomic Assessments
For more information on the Employee Wellness Program visit .
Additional Perks
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
- Parking passes or bus passes provided for employees working in the downtown offices
- Free passes to Parks & Recreation field house, ice arena, and swimming pools