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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in legal analysis and decision-making, particularly in charging decisions and risk assessments. Proficient in navigating MCAO and Superior Court computerized databases while effectively communicating with law enforcement, victims, and community partners.
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Juris Doctor (JD)Prosecutor ExperienceMCAO Computerized Database NavigationCharging Misdemeanor CrimesEffective Communication
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Hard Skills
Legal AnalysisCharging DecisionsRisk Assessment ReviewCriminal Statute EvaluationCourt Coverage
Soft Skills
CommunicationCoordinationInterpersonal Skills
Tools & Technologies
MCAO Computerized DatabaseSuperior Court Computerized Database
Certifications & Qualifications
Admitted to Practice Law in ArizonaGood Standing with State Bar of Arizona
Industry Keywords
Criminal LawProsecutorial ExperienceVictim AdvocacyJudicial ProcessSafety-Sensitive Position
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Review law-enforcement submittals and make appropriate charging decisions within applicable time limits
- Evaluate available evidence and applicable criminal statutes before charging
- Communicate and coordinate charging decisions with law enforcement
- Explain charging decisions to crime victims
- Review risk assessments, criminal history, and crime facts to make release recommendations to judicial officers
- Communicate with the court, victims, other agencies, and community partners
- Cover court and perform other assigned duties
- Navigate MCAO and Superior Court computerized databases
- Work as a charger for the Justice Courts, covering 26 justice courts throughout Maricopa County
Requirements
What you’ll need- Juris Doctor (JD) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association
- Two and a half years of experience as a prosecutor
- Must be admitted to practice law and be in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona
- Valid Arizona Driver’s License upon hire
- Must pass a thorough background check
- May be subject to drug and alcohol testing requirements for safety-sensitive positions
- Prosecutor experience in Arizona valued
- Three years of experience as a prosecutor valued
- Experience charging misdemeanor crimes preferred
- Must navigate effectively in MCAO and Superior Court computerized databases
- Ability to communicate effectively with law enforcement, the court, victims, other agencies, and community partners
- Ability to review risk assessments, criminal history, and crime facts
- Ability to comply with professional responsibility rules
- Ability to travel to various County locations using personal or County-owned vehicles
- Ability to move up to 20 pounds
Benefits
Comp & perks- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer
- Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRHP) for attorneys
- Work with a greater purpose
- Tuition reimbursement
- Hybrid work schedule may be available after a probationary period, based on business needs
- Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
- Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
- Child care benefits, including access to the on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club
- Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
- Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
- Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit with a 100% employer match on Day 1