Law Clerk Jobs in Tucson, AZ

Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc. is hiring staff attorneys to work in its Tucson Office. The attorney hired will be required to undertake a general civil litigation caseload consisting domestic relations. SALA provides services to the poverty community of nine counties in southeastern Arizona. The Native American component also serves eleven tribal communities. Positions available in Domestic Relations, Consumer/Housing/Public Benefits, Immigration, Criminal Rights Restoration, and Tribal Court. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be a member of the Arizona Bar, eligible for admission to the Arizona Bar, or pass the next exam; applicants licensed 2 years in another jurisdiction may practice by special rule. Applicants should have zero to five years experience. Applicants must exhibit a high degree of sensitivity to the problems of the low-income community and should be able to work with low-income and community groups. Applicants should be knowledgeable in the area of general civil practice and specifically general civil practice on behalf of the low-income community. Bilingual English\Spanish helpful COMPENSATION: Salary range $58,656 - $101,915 DOE; Up to five percent additional compensation to individuals fluent in Spanish. Payment of bar exam and admission fees for those not yet admitted. Student loan repayment assistance. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility. Excellent benefits package including health insurance, disability insurance, and pension plan. Excellent work/life balance with thirty-five-hour workweeks and generous leave provisions. EOE: We are committed to an environment of mutual respect, collaboration, and equal opportunity for all employees, and strongly encourage applications from people of color, immigrants, people affected by mass incarceration, and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups. We believe in building and sustaining an organization that is reflective of the communities we serve, and is diverse in work background, experience, education, race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities. We believe that the resulting diversity is both a source of program strength and a matter of fundamental human fairness. CONTACT: Hiring Committee Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc. Continental Building 2343 E. Broadway Blvd, Suite 200; Tucson AZ 85719-6007 ************** / Fax: ************** Email: ********************** DEADLINE: Open Until Filled; Submit cover letter, resume, writing sample and three references

Law Clerk IEmployment Type: Full Time, Mid-LevelDepartment: Legal CGS is seeking a Law Clerk to join our team supporting the legal mission of a large federal agency. This position will allow candidates to demonstrate expertise in providing litigation support tasks like cite checking, document review, legal research, and numerous other relevant tasks. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success:- Works under the direction of a Project Supervisor or Project Manager.- Performs complex legal research for the trial staff.- Assists in preparing draft legal documents, such as motions, briefs, memoranda of law, etc.- Reviews and conducts research for ROI (Release of Information)- Reviews new cases and conducts research of pertinent laws- Edits previously submitted final decisions and writes/researches legal opinions on newest case- Edits and reviews cases for issuance- Responds to citizen letters- Reviews AMICUS briefs- Briefs attorneys regarding legal issues, theories and draft statement of facts.- Assisting attorneys with all phases of litigation.- Cite checking via online legal research tools (Westlaw and Lexis) and blue book. Qualifications:- Requires Juris Doctor (JD) degree, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study or, an equivalent level of legal training or experience or an equivalent level of education may be substituted.- Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources.- Thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw.- Extensive experience with cite checking and blue book.- Experience performing complex legal research.- Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, and imaging.- Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. Ideally, you will also have:- Experience working in a Government and/or Litigation Support environment in conjunction with basic qualifications, preferred.- Experience with Relativity, strongly preferred and should be referenced within resume.- Publication of legal writings highly preferred.- Participation in Law Review highly preferred.- Current or active clearance. Our commitment:Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our clients' specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:- Health, Dental, and Vision- Life Insurance- 401k- Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)- Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation!Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: **************************************** more information about CGS please visit: ************************** or contact:Email: *******************$65,000 - $75,000 a year

The Freelance Firm is looking for experienced, high-level freelance attorneys and paralegals who provide on-demand support for both short-term and ongoing legal projects. Due to increasing demand, we are now searching for qualified, experienced and dedicated freelance attorneys with strong experience in Immigration law who are interested in a freelance opportunity in Tucson, AZ. Types of work are in-person appearances for various immigration proceedings such as bonds, removals, adjustment of status, deportation defense, family, master calendar hearings, etc. We welcome you to join our established network of legal professionals to contribute your unique knowledge and skills to help our growing list of law firm-clients. Interested candidates should submit their resume, relevant samples of work and two (2) references. Resume submissions will be kept in strict confidence. Please visit our website at ************************ to learn more about us and the services we provide. Requirements: - Must be licensed in good standing to practice - Must be able to attend in-person hearings in Tucson, AZ area - Minimum of 5 years' experience in Immigration law - Strong research and writing skills - Proven ability to meet deadlines and be well organized - Self-starter and able to work independently - Rates to be discussed Job Types: Part-time, Contract Salary: Negotiable - TBD Schedule: Day shift Application Question(s): Are you available to attend in-person hearings in the Tucson, AZ area?

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH A REGISTER for current and future LAW CLERK vacancies in the Public Defense Services Department. Salary Grade: 7 Pay Range Hiring Range: $21.11 - $24.80 Per Hour Full Range: $21.11 - $28.49 Per Hour Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. Law clerks assist attorneys in such tasks as preparing pleadings and legal memoranda, conducting legal research, reviewing and summarizing disclosure and records, meeting with clients at the jail, and observing court proceedings. Law clerks assist with research and writing assignments in the areas of criminal defense, juvenile delinquency proceedings, and dependency proceedings. Law clerks are expected to be recent law graduates who are either (a) awaiting bar results or character and fitness results OR (b) are currently preparing to take the bar. All applicants must demonstrate an interest in remaining with Pima County Public Defense Services after their clerkship and be promoted to trial attorney. Extensive efforts are made by the office to incorporate and include Law Clerks in various training and professional development opportunities with an eye toward becoming attorneys within the office. This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules. For more information about the Public Defense Services Department, please visit their website at: ************************************************* or **************** Duties/Responsibilities (Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.) Researches appeals and prepares drafts of preliminary briefs or arguments based on statutory law or decisions; Conducts legal research through the use of computerized legal research systems such as Lexis and Westlaw, or statutes, U.S. Constitution, legal periodicals, law reviews, digests, legal encyclopedias, codes, regional and federal reporters, slip opinions and various case law; Researches points and rules of law and prepares written reports summarizing research; Updates or shepardizes case law to distinguish and analogize the case to the fact situation at hand; Identifies applicable statutes or rules that are in force and effect for the particular matter; Researches points and rules of law and prepares written reports summarizing research; Performs research and studies legal records and comments to obtain data applicable to the case under consideration; Drafts motions, responses, and legal memoranda; Interviews victims and witnesses; Serves copies of pleadings on opposing counsel and delivers documents to various county offices; Conducts routine investigations on less serious charges for background and basic information; Confers with attorneys regarding legal issues; Maintains appropriate security and confidentiality of information created or encountered in the performance of assigned duties; May supervise, train, and assign and review the work of other law clerks; Maintains electronic and paper files as necessary. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Knowledge of: legal code of ethics and terminology; legal research methods; statutes, codes and case laws; rules of court, criminal justice and court systems; Lexis or Westlaw data information systems; principles, procedures and methods of legal research; civil and criminal procedures; Constitutional Law; Arizona Rules of Evidence. Skill in: performing legal research using appropriate techniques and methods; interviewing techniques appropriate to a legal investigation; understanding and applying legal terminology; processing and preparing summaries of legal opinions from cases from Arizona and other jurisdictions; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships; communicating effectively; legal writing and formatting. Minimum Qualifications (1) Second or third-year law student in or graduate of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association. OR: (2) Completion of coursework from an accredited college of law in criminal procedures, constitutional law, and legal research. (Additional relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college of law may be substituted.) 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. Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.): Pursuing a Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school and in the last semester of course work OR graduate with a Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school. Knowledge and appropriate application of systems, policies, and procedures of Pima County (additional assessments of current and previous Pima County employees may be conducted). 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: Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver's license at the time of application. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination. 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. Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. 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.

This is an internal opening only. This is a temporary assignment projected to start April 28, 2025 - October, 21, 2025. The Organization The position involves representation of individuals detained in the Florence and Eloy detention centers, and in some cases continuing representation once released in Arizona. The Interim Managing Attorney will supervise the legal work of Senior Attorneys, Staff Attorneys, DOJ Accredited Representative and legal assistants in the projects mentioned below, mentor legal staff, provide legal representation to detained immigrants, and provide legal trainings to the community. The Interim Managing Attorney will also collaborate on training and professional development initiatives for legal staff and participate with program development and outreach activities, in conjunction with the managing team, Associate Legal Program Manager, Adult Legal Program Manager, Deputy Director, and Executive Director. This position reports to the Associate Legal Program Manager for the Adult Program. The Direct Representation Team members handle a variety of forms of relief from deportation and bond hearings and represent individuals with cutting edge asylum issues. Additionally, team members provide direct representation to both detained and released individuals in immigration removal proceedings with serious mental health conditions who have been found incompetent to represent themselves. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Supervisory Leadership Responsibilities On a limited basis, provide direct representation to detained individuals in Florence and Eloy and to some released clients where appointed as counsel, with the opportunity to hand-select a small caseload with a focus on cases posing challenging issues or appeals of particular importance. Direct representation will also include second chairing supervised attorneys in a wide variety of deportation defense cases. Supervise the team's Staff Attorneys, Senior Staff Attorneys, DOJ Accredited Representatives, and Legal Assistants. This includes overseeing and being responsible for the quality of services provided before the courts, conducting case reviews with supervised staff as needed, and providing training, mentorship, and support to the legal staff. The Managing Attorney will work closely with the Program Managers in updating them on supervision and oversight. Support the implementation of any changes to the scope of legal services provided or the model for delivering those services. Oversee case review meetings with legal staff and interns, hire new staff, coordinate orientation for new hires in conjunction with other departments, and plan training for legal staff. When necessary, participate in program development with the Associate Legal Program Manager, Adult Legal Program Manager, Legal Director, Deputy Director, and the Executive Director, including participating in annual strategic planning retreats. Lead the implementation of any changes to the scope of direct representation legal services provided or the model for delivering those services. Supervise and maintain accurate and timely data and reports that reflect the work completed by the team. Oversee collection of data by the legal staff for various grant funded positions, complete quarterly reporting for funders, and participate in network calls, meetings, and trainings. Attract, retain, lead, coach and develop an effective, diverse team of Staff Attorneys, Senior Staff Attorneys, Legal Assistants, Legal Administrative Assistants, Interns, and special project legal fellows, and provide a collegial, calm, and collaborative work environment that is client-centered and ego free. Develop, monitor, and evaluate staff goals, caseloads, and work plans. Coach, train, mentor, and support the legal staff to ensure they have the necessary tools and resources needed to optimize performance and achieve established program goals and that effective communication exists among the staff and the team, including establishing and maintaining regular team meetings. Responsible for working in collaboration with Program Managers regarding hiring, orientation, employee relations, performance management and evaluation of staff. Oversee criteria and procedures for accepting, opening, managing, and closing case files; formulate legal strategies for cases and designate protocols for the allocation of limited resources. Support and implement quality assurance protocols; ensure quality of services provided to all stakeholders. Work with other Managing Attorneys, Program Managers, Deputy Director and administrative staff to ensure that FIRRP's legal practice is in compliance and good standing with all relevant bodies and agencies. Support Florence Project outreach and development activities as needed. Casework Provide direct representation to individuals including challenging casework, appeals, mental health casework, and second chairing cases with new attorneys. Oversee attorney meetings, periodic joint case reviews, and participate in intake review meetings. Plan legal trainings as needed. Well-versed, and remain current in immigration law, and on implications of criminal and civil law as it applies to the representation of immigrants and refugees. Establish and implement policies and procedures. Ensure all staff comply with required ethical standards, preserve client confidentiality, and avoid conflicts of interest. Advocacy Attend occasional meetings and communications with Acacia Center for Justice, EOIR, ICE officials, and/or detention center officials to discuss ongoing issues. Communicate with the Legal Director and Advocacy program about possible advocacy initiatives and legal trainings for the community. Other Duties & Responsibilities: Participate in organizational fundraising and outreach efforts as requested. Participate in developing and implementing special projects or presentations. Other administrative duties as necessary Minimum Requirements: J.D. and licensed to practice law in any state or jurisdiction Experience supervising staff or interns and demonstrated ability to inspire confidence in others and play a supportive role. In lieu of supervisory experience, leadership potential and excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as ability to learn and execute a variety of job requirements with the capacity to be trained to be an effective manager may be considered. Be a proactive and engaged supervisor without micromanaging and be a clear and thoughtful decision maker. Demonstrate commitment to advocating for indigent immigrant clients in a respectful and empowering way. Demonstrate a zealous support of the Florence Project's mission. Must be comfortable working with people with criminal convictions. Strong litigation experience and/or oral advocacy skills. Strong legal research. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse populations. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Highly organized, an innovative thinker, and work in high-volume settings with limited resources. Excellent problem solving, research and analytical skills. Effectively manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Demonstrate to be a hardworking, flexible, respectful team player that can work effectively in a collaborative, innovative, and client centered work environment. Ability to work independently, be adaptable and reliable in the face of conflict, pressure, crisis or changing priorities. Exhibit high ethical standards and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Must be able to pass federal and state background checks. Fluency or advanced proficiency in Spanish required. Travel is required for this position. Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Proven computer skills. Advanced understanding of basic office applications. Preferred Requirements: 2+ years of minimum experience providing direct representation to immigrants' removal proceedings, and extensive knowledge of immigration law, specifically deportation defense, asylum, and criminal-immigration law issues is strongly preferred. Prior advocacy work in immigrant rights, human rights, LGBTQ rights, criminal justice, or experience working with trauma survivors is a plus. Experience with databases and data tracking (i.e., Legal Server) is a plus. Working Conditions/Physical Demands: Operate in a professional office environment and requires the ability to sit for long periods of time with intermittent walking, standing, bending, squatting, pulling and pushing. Ability to use standard office equipment such as scanners, computers, keyboards, phones, shredders, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. Requires the ability to lift-up to ten pounds - accommodations may be available. Travel regularly between offices located in Tucson, Phoenix and Florence, and secondary work locations. Frequent time in detention facilities and immigration courts located in Florence and Eloy. Effective September 1, 2021, FIRRP has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy. To comply with this policy, active employees must be fully vaccinated by October 15, 2021. Employees seeking an exemption due to a medical condition or sincerely-held religious belief should contact our Human Resources Department at ************************. Salary & Benefits: This is a full-time, temporary assignment. The incumbent's annual base salary will be increased by $10,000 during the period of the interim managerial role. This increase will take effect at the beginning and will cease at the end of the temporary assignment. All health and time off benefits benefits will remain the same through the duration of the interim assignment. We strive to create and uphold a positive, supportive, and inclusive work environment for all staff. Application Process: This is an immediate opening. The Florence Project values diversity in the workplace and strongly encourages applications from people of color, LGBTQ individuals, persons with disabilities, and members of underrepresented communities. We also recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed in our current job opportunities, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence, which is very much valued at the Florence Project. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process. This job announcement is for informational purposes only and is subject to change and modification without notice. This job announcement includes a non-exhaustive list of responsibilities, qualifications, and requirements of the position, but does not necessarily include all the position's job functions.

DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS Performs professional legal work defending indigent clients charged with misdemeanor offenses in City Court including pretrial functions. Advises clients on a wide range of direct and collateral consequences of criminal prosecution. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* The Assistant Public Defender position at the City of Tucson's Public Defender's Office advises indigent clients on a wide range of direct and collateral consequences of criminal prosecution and is responsible for all pretrial functions. This position requires court coverage for other attorneys and is occasionally called to court for client assistance. This position works under the supervision of the Supervising Public Defender. This position does not supervise. * Prepares cases for trial by conducting client interviews (in-person, virtual, telephonic, and jail). Reviews and evaluates evidence. Researches legal issues and specific case issues. Drafts legal documents. Conducts witness interviews. Participates in plea negotiations and settlement conferences. Prepares evidence and documents to present for trial per city and state guidelines. Provides case staffing/consulting. Conducts crime scene investigations and prepares exhibits such as photos, diagrams, and documents. * Defends clients in City Court by attending hearings, in both virtual and in-person environment, arguing relevant issues and case law, presenting mitigating factors, conducting direct and cross examination of witnesses, making objections, introducing evidence. Conducts legal hearings, evidentiary hearings, jury and/or bench trials. Presents documentation and other relevant information to appropriate individuals including prosecutors (for plea negotiations) and supervisors (for case review). * Leads paraprofessionals, assistants, seasonal employees, law students/interns, volunteers, or temporary employees on requests related to client representation. * Other duties and tasks as assigned under the direction of the supervisor/administration. * All duties, responsibilities listed are subject to change. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Qualifications: Juris Doctorate and under one (1) year of related experience. One year of experience in criminal litigation. Member of the Arizona State Bar Association in good standing., Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual - English/Spanish Experience in Criminal Law Trial experience and or Immigration experience preferred but not mandatory. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION: Position Title: Assistant Public Defender Department Name: Department Link: NA Recruiter Name: Diane Webster (103469) Recruiter Email: NA FTE%: FLSA: Exempt Position Type: Regular COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Full Hourly Range: $35.37 - 61.01 USD The Full Hourly Range reflects the City of Tucson's pay range at the time of posting. The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at ******************************************************************************* POSTING INFORMATION Posting Close Date: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Please see the special application instructions below and follow the directions for applying to this position. Special Instructions: The City of Tucson Public Defender's Office is an interested Arizona Lawyer Apprentice Program employer. The starting salary for this position is $78,560. This is an open and continuous recruitment. Applications will be reviewed 30 days from the opening date, and the first Monday of each month thereafter. Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. CITY OF TUCSON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at *************************** or ************. City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. Questions? If you need assistance applying for any position, please contact NA

Green Evans-Schroeder is Arizona's largest and fastest growing immigration law firm. Our firm strives to provide the highest quality immigration and criminal defense services to our clients - and we have developed a top reputation for taking on challenging and complex cases where we deliver results. Our mission is to protect and advance the rights of the immigrant community. Teamwork. Respect. Courage. These are our core values, and they are responsible for our success. We are looking for a passionate and talented Administrative Assistant to join our dynamic team. If you are looking for an opportunity to practice law with colleagues who, like you, enjoy the creative and intellectual challenges in this field, we invite you to be a pivotal part of our firm's success. Role Overview: The Administrative Assistant has two primary responsibilities. The first responsibility is to act as the manager of our centralized call center/answering services to ensure that all phone traffic is properly handled and routed to the appropriate law firm personnel. This function is performed by monitoring emails of call summaries throughout the day. The Administrative Assistant is also responsible for receiving incoming phone calls for the entire firm for existing clients who call our equivalent of the “front desk”. The Administrative Assistant's second main responsibility is to manage the administrative needs of their respective office, which include but are not limited to greeting clients, accepting incoming mail, and documents delivered by clients, ensuring their respective office is tidy and organized, office supply maintenance, and preparing daily outgoing mail. What You'll Do: Client Relations: Warmly greet clients upon arrival and handle inquiries, setting a positive and professional atmosphere. Efficiently manage client phone queries and ensure they're directed to the right team member. Mail and Document Management: Handle and sort incoming mail, directing it to the appropriate team member promptly. Efficiently open and set up both digital and physical client files as required. Make necessary copies of client files while maintaining discretion and confidentiality. Maintain order and integrity of original client documents, ensuring secure storage and handling. Coordinate any outgoing legal documents, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries, especially for court filings. Client Document Coordination: Streamline and manage the process of client document drop-offs, ensuring paperwork is logged, stored, or passed on efficiently. Oversee the process of closing files in line with the firm's protocols. Appointment and Schedule Management: Assist the Intake Coordinator with new client appointments, manage changes and updates while optimizing attorney schedules. Communicate any changes in appointments or delays to both clients and staff. Office Maintenance and Supplies: Keep the reception area orderly, creating a professional and welcoming environment. Ensure essential office supplies are stocked and available, particularly at the front desk. Team Collaboration & Support: Work in tandem with the entire administrative team, aiding in seamless communication and operations. Act as an alternate for the other Admin Assistant when needed. Security and Confidentiality: Monitor and control access to private areas of the office, ensuring only authorized personnel enter. Maintain the highest level of client confidentiality, especially when handling sensitive documents or information. General Administrative Duties: Provide support with common administrative tasks such as faxing, data entry, and offering refreshments to clients. The role is structured to ensure the efficient and client-friendly operation of the firm's front end while supporting the broader administrative team. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution Spanish proficiency Previous office administrative experience, especially in a legal setting Exceptional organizational skills with multitasking abilities Outstanding verbal and written communication skills Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and other standard office software Trustworthiness in handling confidential information What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package A collegial and inclusive work environment Opportunities for skill enhancement and career growth

Employment Type: Full Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal CGS is seeking a Law Clerk to join our team supporting the legal mission of a large federal agency. This position will allow candidates to demonstrate expertise in providing litigation support tasks like cite checking, document review, legal research, and numerous other relevant tasks. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: * Works under the direction of a Project Supervisor or Project Manager. * Performs complex legal research for the trial staff. * Assists in preparing draft legal documents, such as motions, briefs, memoranda of law, etc. * Reviews and conducts research for ROI (Release of Information) * Reviews new cases and conducts research of pertinent laws * Edits previously submitted final decisions and writes/researches legal opinions on newest case * Edits and reviews cases for issuance * Responds to citizen letters * Reviews AMICUS briefs * Briefs attorneys regarding legal issues, theories and draft statement of facts. * Assisting attorneys with all phases of litigation. * Cite checking via online legal research tools (Westlaw and Lexis) and blue book. Qualifications: * Requires Juris Doctor (JD) degree, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study or, an equivalent level of legal training or experience or an equivalent level of education may be substituted. * Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources. * Thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw. * Extensive experience with cite checking and blue book. * Experience performing complex legal research. * Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, and imaging. * Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. Ideally, you will also have: * Experience working in a Government and/or Litigation Support environment in conjunction with basic qualifications, preferred. * Experience with Relativity, strongly preferred and should be referenced within resume. * Publication of legal writings highly preferred. * Participation in Law Review highly preferred. * Current or active clearance. Our commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our clients' specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package: * Health, Dental, and Vision * Life Insurance * 401k * Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) * Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: ************************************* For more information about CGS please visit: ************************** or contact: Email: ******************* $65,000 - $75,000 a year

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH A REGISTER for current and future LAW CLERK UNCLASSIFIED vacancies in the Pima County Attorney's Office. Salary Grade: 7 Pay Range Hiring Range: $21.11 - $24.80 Per Hour Full Range: $21.11 - $28.49 Per Hour Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. Performs paraprofessional legal work assisting attorneys by conducting in-depth legal research and report documentation. This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules. For more information about the Pima County Attorney's Office, please visit their website at: ************************* Duties/Responsibilities (Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.) Researches appeals and prepares drafts of preliminary briefs or arguments based on statutory law or decisions; Conducts legal research through the use of computerized legal research systems such as Lexis and Westlaw, or statutes, U.S. Constitution, legal periodicals, law reviews, digests, legal encyclopedias, codes, regional and federal reporters, slip opinions and various case law; Researches points and rules of law and prepares written reports summarizing research; Updates or sherardizes case law to distinguish and analogize the case to the fact situation at hand; Identifies applicable statutes or rules that are in force and effect for the particular matter; Researches points and rules of law and prepares written reports summarizing research; Performs research and studies legal records and comments to obtain data applicable to the case under consideration; Drafts motions, responses, and legal memoranda; Interviews victims and witnesses; Serves copies of pleadings on opposing counsel and delivers documents to various county offices; Conducts routine investigations on less serious charges for background and basic information; Confers with attorneys regarding legal issues; Maintains appropriate security and confidentiality of information created or encountered in the performance of assigned duties; May supervise, train, and assign and review the work of other law clerks; Maintains electronic and paper files as necessary. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Knowledge of: legal code of ethics and terminology; legal research methods; statutes, codes, and case laws; rules of court, criminal justice, and court systems; Lexis or Westlaw data information systems; principles, procedures, and methods of legal research; civil and criminal procedures; Constitutional Law; Arizona Rules of Evidence. Skill in: performing legal research using appropriate techniques and methods; interviewing techniques appropriate to a legal investigation; understanding and applying legal terminology; processing and preparing summaries of legal opinions from cases from Arizona and other jurisdictions; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships; communicating effectively; legal writing and formatting. Minimum Qualifications (1) Second or third-year law student in or graduate of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association. OR: (2) Completion of coursework from an accredited college of law in criminal procedures, constitutional law, and legal research. (Additional relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college of law may be substituted.) 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. 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: Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver's license at the time of application. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination. Special Notice Items: Due to the need for access to courts, law enforcement, detention, or correctional facilities, some positions in this classification may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by law enforcement agencies. Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. 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.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH A REGISTER for current and future LAW CLERK vacancies in the Public Defense Services Department. Salary Grade: 7 Pay Range Hiring Range: $21.11 - $24.80 Per Hour Full Range: $21.11 - $28.49 Per Hour Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. Law clerks assist attorneys in such tasks as preparing pleadings and legal memoranda, conducting legal research, reviewing and summarizing disclosure and records, meeting with clients at the jail, and observing court proceedings. Law clerks assist with research and writing assignments in the areas of criminal defense, juvenile delinquency proceedings, and dependency proceedings. Law clerks are expected to be recent law graduates who are either (a) awaiting bar results or character and fitness results OR (b) are currently preparing to take the bar. All applicants must demonstrate an interest in remaining with Pima County Public Defense Services after their clerkship and be promoted to trial attorney. Extensive efforts are made by the office to incorporate and include Law Clerks in various training and professional development opportunities with an eye toward becoming attorneys within the office. This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules. For more information about the Public Defense Services Department, please visit their website at: ************************************************* or ********************* assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.) Researches appeals and prepares drafts of preliminary briefs or arguments based on statutory law or decisions; Conducts legal research through the use of computerized legal research systems such as Lexis and Westlaw, or statutes, U.S. Constitution, legal periodicals, law reviews, digests, legal encyclopedias, codes, regional and federal reporters, slip opinions and various case law; Researches points and rules of law and prepares written reports summarizing research; Updates or shepardizes case law to distinguish and analogize the case to the fact situation at hand; Identifies applicable statutes or rules that are in force and effect for the particular matter; Researches points and rules of law and prepares written reports summarizing research; Performs research and studies legal records and comments to obtain data applicable to the case under consideration; Drafts motions, responses, and legal memoranda; Interviews victims and witnesses; Serves copies of pleadings on opposing counsel and delivers documents to various county offices; Conducts routine investigations on less serious charges for background and basic information; Confers with attorneys regarding legal issues; Maintains appropriate security and confidentiality of information created or encountered in the performance of assigned duties; May supervise, train, and assign and review the work of other law clerks; Maintains electronic and paper files as necessary. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Knowledge of: * legal code of ethics and terminology; * legal research methods; * statutes, codes and case laws; * rules of court, criminal justice and court systems; * Lexis or Westlaw data information systems; * principles, procedures and methods of legal research; * civil and criminal procedures; * Constitutional Law; * Arizona Rules of Evidence. Skill in: * performing legal research using appropriate techniques and methods; * interviewing techniques appropriate to a legal investigation; * understanding and applying legal terminology; * processing and preparing summaries of legal opinions from cases from Arizona and other jurisdictions; * establishing and maintaining effective working relationships; * communicating effectively; * legal writing and formatting. (1) Second or third-year law student in or graduate of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association. OR: (2) Completion of coursework from an accredited college of law in criminal procedures, constitutional law, and legal research. (Additional relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college of law may be substituted.) 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. Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.): * Pursuing a Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school and in the last semester of course work OR graduate with a Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school. * Knowledge and appropriate application of systems, policies, and procedures of Pima County (additional assessments of current and previous Pima County employees may be conducted). 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. Licenses and Certificates: Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver's license at the time of application. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination. 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. Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. 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.

Legal AssistantEmployment Type: Full Time, Mid-level Department: Legal As a CGS Legal Assistant, you will be responsible for performing administrative and organizational Litigation Support for the United States Attorney's office. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success:- Examining, preparing, and processing a variety of technical legal documents, e.g., complaints, motions, orders, answers, pleadings, and subpoenas.- Providing assistance to attorneys in trial preparations.- Assembling trial exhibits, affidavits, discovery in various formats, and other legal documents.- Assembling and organizing files and records materials for disposition or transfer to the records depository.- Maintaining a calendar of assigned active cases.- Tracking filing, hearing, and trial dates, and scheduling conferences and interviews.- Arranging travel by preparing itineraries and securing transportation and hotel reservations. Qualifications:- At least one year of specialized litigation experience- Hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS - Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.- Must be a US Citizen - Must be able to obtain a favorably adjudicated Public Trust Clearance Ideally, you will also have:- At least 3 years of specialized litigation experience Our commitment:Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:- Health, Dental, and Vision- Life Insurance- 401k- Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)- Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.\ Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation!Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: **************************************** more information about CGS please visit: ************************** or contact:Email: *******************$43,398.51 - $55,798.08 a year

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH A REGISTER for current and future LEGAL PROCESSING SUPPORT vacancies in the Pima County Attorney's Office. Salary Grade: 2 Pay Range Hiring Range: $16.54 - $19.43 Per Hour Full Range: $16.54 - $22.33 Per Hour Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. Processes legal documents of a specialized nature with some instructions for details of the assignment. For more information about the Pima County Attorney's Office, please visit their website at ************************ Duties/Responsibilities (Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.) Answers general procedural questions from the public and staff concerning specialized documents, policies, activities and services, and researches information; Compiles confidential information and prepares and types legal documents; Prepares and updates file folders, logs, status records and other documentation to reflect the current status of a process and performs required purges; Indexes, classifies, codes and files records, reports and documents; Conducts computer searches to obtain or validate information such as prior criminal histories, asset information, credit histories, financial assets, place of residence and employment using various restricted access resources; Interviews clients to obtain or verify general information for case records; Searches for, retrieves and provides information on case disposition to concerned parties using manual and automated systems and determines further action as required; Creates and maintains new records and client files, inputs and retrieves information using computer systems; Creates and maintains spreadsheets and databases using packaged software or computer programs; Schedules and arranges meetings, conferences, interviews, appointments and travel; Gathers information and prepares and processes routine legal documents such as opinions, complaints, warrants, depositions, interviews and answers routine correspondence; Reviews case files to insure file is complete and contacts appropriate parties to obtain missing documents; Assembles the daily court calendar, determines priority of trials or hearings, and relays information to judges and other concerned parties; Receives payments, issues receipts and verifies daily cash intake with receipts; Contacts and collects accounts receivable and monitors payment arrangements; Provides detailed information in response to queries concerning unit operations; Coordinates processing actions with other units, departments or outside agencies; Stamps, sorts and distributes incoming mail, and sorts and seals outgoing mail; Identifies actions required to provide services to individual clients, applicants, or the general public and assists people in completing the service process; Receives visitors and telephone calls, determines nature of business, and refers to the appropriate division, section or individual; Operates a variety of office equipment. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Knowledge of: legal office practices and procedures; legal terminology, legal forms; business English, grammar and spelling; criminal justice system or civil legal process; court procedures. Skill in: recognizing and setting priorities in the processing of legal documents; working within time constraints and meeting deadlines; filing documents and researching information; coding, classifying and entering data into computers and verifying key entries; operating a variety of computer applications, word processing and office equipment; establishing and maintaining effective work relationships; making mathematical calculations; communicating effectively; preparing, processing and analyzing legal documents, forms and correspondence; maintaining legal filing systems; training, assigning work to and reviewing the work of clerical support staff. Minimum Qualifications 1. Six (6) months of legal clerical experience. OR: 2. One (1) year general clerical experience. (Additional relevant education from an accredited college, university or trade/vocational school may be substituted.) 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. Additional Qualifications: Qualifying candidates may be required to complete and pass online assessments. 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. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process. Supplemental Information Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver's license is required at the 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 the 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. Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. 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.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH A REGISTER for current and future LEGAL PROCESSING SUPPORT vacancies in the Pima County Defense Services Office. Salary Grade: 2 Pay Range Hiring Range: $16.54 - $19.43 Per Hour Full Range: $16.54 - $22.33 Per Hour Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The mission of Pima County Public Defense Services (PDS) is to deliver excellent value of court-authorized legal services and ensure fair treatment for all those in need. The Legal Processing Support position may work in the following PDS offices: Legal Advocate, Legal Defender, Mental Health Defender, Office of Children's Counsel, and/or Public Defender. The Legal Processing Support position is an integral part of the PDS Department as this position helps to keep an office running smoothly. This position is often the first person with whom clients and visitors interact and presents an important image of the office. Duties of this position may include managing the front desk, handling incoming and outgoing calls from/to clients, as well as other involved parties, scheduling appointments for attorneys, completing court runs, processing case minute entries and disclosure, and maintaining calendars for attorneys. Excellent communication skills, organization, attention to detail, and ability to change tasks quickly and handle interruptions are desired abilities in a candidate. For more information about the Public Defense Services Department, please visit their website at: ************************************************* or **************** Duties/Responsibilities (Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.) Answers general procedural questions from the public and staff concerning specialized documents, policies, activities, and services, and researches information; Compiles confidential information and prepares and types legal documents; Prepares and updates file folders, logs, status records, and other documentation to reflect the current status of a process and performs required purges; Indexes, classifies, codes, and files records, reports, and documents; Conducts computer searches to obtain or validate information such as prior criminal histories, asset information, credit histories, financial assets, place of residence, and employment using various restricted access resources; Interview clients to obtain or verify general information for case records; Searches for, retrieves, and provides information on case disposition to concerned parties using manual and automated systems and determines further action as required; Creates and maintains new records and client files, inputs and retrieves information using computer systems; Creates and maintains spreadsheets and databases using packaged software or computer programs; Schedules and arranges meetings, conferences, interviews, appointments, and travel; Gathers information and prepares and processes routine legal documents such as opinions, complaints, warrants, depositions, interviews, and answers routine correspondence; Review case files to ensure file is complete and contact appropriate parties to obtain missing documents; Assembles the daily court calendar determines priority of trials or hearings, and relays information to judges and other concerned parties; Receives payments, issues receipts and verifies daily cash intake with receipts; Contacts and collects accounts receivable and monitors payment arrangements; Provides detailed information in response to queries concerning unit operations; Coordinates processing actions with other units, departments, or outside agencies; Stamps, sorts, and distributes incoming mail, and sorts and seals outgoing mail; Identifies actions required to provide services to individual clients, applicants, or the general public and assists people in completing the service process; Receives visitors and telephone calls, determines nature of business, and refers to the appropriate division, section, or individual; Operates a variety of office equipment. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Knowledge of: legal office practices and procedures; legal terminology, legal forms; business English, grammar, and spelling; criminal justice system or civil legal process; court procedures. Skill in: recognizing and setting priorities in the processing of legal documents; working within time constraints and meeting deadlines; filing documents and researching information; coding, classifying, and entering data into computers and verifying key entries; operating a variety of computer applications, word processing, and office equipment; establishing and maintaining effective work relationships; making mathematical calculations; communicating effectively; preparing, processing, and analyzing legal documents, forms, and correspondence; maintaining legal filing systems; training, assigning work to, and reviewing the work of clerical support staff. Minimum Qualifications 1. Six (6) months of legal clerical experience. OR: 2. One (1) year of general clerical experience. (Additional relevant education from an accredited college, university or trade/vocational school may be substituted.) 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. Additional Qualifications: Qualifying candidates may be required to complete and pass online assessments. 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. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process. Supplemental Information Licenses and Certificates: Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application. Failure to obtain/maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination. Special Notice Items: Due to the need for access to courts, law enforcement, detention or correctional facilities, some positions in this classification may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by law enforcement agencies. Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. 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.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH A REGISTER for current and future ATTORNEY I vacancies which serves all levels/assignments of Attorney in the Pima County Public Defense Services Department (Public Defender; Legal Defender: Legal Advocate; Office of Children's Counsel; Mental Health Defender; Public Fiduciary). Salary Grade: A2 Pay Range Full Range: $78,500 - $149,150 Annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. Coordinates and conducts professional legal work in Public Defense Services Department offices. Incumbents perform entry-level and/or intermediate-level legal work in the area assigned for either criminal or civil cases. Attorneys at this level prepare, defend prosecute, and resolve entry-level to advanced-level licensed professional legal work. Attorneys at this level receive close supervision from higher-level attorney personnel in the performance of their duties. More experienced attorneys in this classification work more independently under the general supervision of higher-level attorney personnel. Pima County Public Defense Services represents indigent individuals upon appointment by the Court in felony cases, misdemeanor cases, juvenile delinquency matters, dependency and severance proceedings, Title 36 proceedings, guardianship cases, and appeals in Pima County. Attorneys provide direct client representation and handle diverse caseloads of various offenses, allegations, and degrees of seriousness. Attorneys work collaboratively and holistically with paralegals and/or secretaries, social workers, and investigators to understand the circumstances and priorities of each client and advocate for their desired outcomes through strategic and personalized litigation, negotiation, and mitigation. This classification is appointed, unclassified, and exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules. For more information about the Public Defense Services Department, please visit their website at: ************************************************* or **************** 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 DESIRED 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. Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.): Knowledge and appropriate application of systems, policies, and procedures of Pima County (additional assessments of current and previous Pima County employees may be conducted). 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 time of appointment, which must be maintained in good standing. Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver's license at the time of application. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination. 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. 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.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH A REGISTER for current and future ATTORNEY I - UNCLASSIFIED vacancies which serves all levels/assignments of Attorney in the Criminal and Civil Divisions of the Pima County Attorney's Office. 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: ************************* Coordinates and conducts professional legal work in units within the Office of the Pima County Attorney. Incumbents perform entry-level and/or intermediate-level legal work in the area assigned for either criminal or civil cases. Attorneys at this level prepare, defend prosecute, and resolve entry-level to advanced-level licensed professional legal work. Attorneys at this level receive close supervision from higher-level attorney personnel in the performance of their duties. More experienced attorneys in this classification work more independently under the general supervision of higher-level attorney personnel. 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 DESIRED 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 and writing sample are required with a completed application. A cover letter is requested to be submitted with the application. Documents must be uploaded to the application at the 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: 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.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH A REGISTER for current and future ATTORNEY II vacancies which serves all levels/assignments of Attorney in the Pima County Public Defense Services Department (Public Defender; Legal Defender; Legal Advocate; Office of Children's Counsel; Mental Health Defender; Public Fiduciary). Salary Grade: A3 Pay Range Full Range: $91,201 - $173,282 Annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. Pima County Public Defense Services represents indigent individuals upon appointment by the Court in felony cases, misdemeanor cases, juvenile delinquency matters, dependency and severance proceedings, Title 36 proceedings, guardianship cases, and appeals in Pima County. Attorneys provide direct client representation and handle diverse caseloads of various offenses, allegations, and degrees of seriousness. Attorneys work collaboratively and holistically with paralegals and/or secretaries, social workers, and investigators to understand the circumstances and priorities of each client and advocate for their desired outcomes through strategic and personalized litigation, negotiation, and mitigation. This classification is appointed, unclassified, and exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules. For more information about the Public Defense Services Department, please visit their website at: ************************************************* or **************** 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 the most difficult and complex criminal or civil cases, or voluminous caseloads requiring specialized experience and training, brought for and against the County, in State or Federal Courts; Manages the most demanding criminal or civil cases in public sector law or manages caseloads requiring specialized skills and experience; Represents County departments, boards, and commissions in civil litigation and administrative matters; Prepares ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and leases for consideration by county officials; Prepares legal opinions and advises county officials on a variety of legal 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 complex bench and jury trials; Develops, refines, and presents legal strategies, reviews legal documents, extracts relevant information, evaluates legal issues and legal system variables and negotiates agreements; Conduct research and provide consultation involving complex and difficult legal issues; 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, rules of civil and criminal evidence and procedure; presenting and arguing cases in court and ability to handle unanticipated problems; legal research; legal and professional ethics. Skill in: working independently on exceptionally complex assignments; working cooperatively with others, often under stressful conditions; performing difficult and complex legal research; effectively preparing, presenting, and conducting extremely complex cases of law; applying legal analysis, research, and writing techniques to draft clear, concise, and organized legal correspondence, memoranda, documents, and pleadings; developing and acting on sound legal strategies; analyzing, appraising, and organizing facts, evidence, and precedents to ascertain the determining aspects of cases and presenting material in a clear and logical form; effectively and efficiently negotiating the just resolution of assigned cases; developing and maintaining professional relationships with victims, witnesses, law enforcement agencies, and members of the community; communicating effectively with victims, witnesses, judges, other agencies, and members of the public; communicating effectively, both orally and in writing. Minimum Qualifications DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Juris Doctorate. Five (5) years of relevant prosecution, defense, or civil experience. 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. Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.): Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience. Experience handling serious cases or voluminous caseloads requiring specialized experience/training. Experience with little to no supervision on serious case types handled. 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 time of appointment which must be maintained in good standing. Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver's license at the time of application. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination. 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. 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.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH A REGISTER for current and future ATTORNEY II vacancies which serves all levels/assignments of Attorney in the Pima County Public Defense Services Department (Public Defender; Legal Defender; Legal Advocate; Office of Children's Counsel; Mental Health Defender; Public Fiduciary). Salary Grade: A3 Pay Range Full Range: $91,201 - $173,282 Annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. Pima County Public Defense Services represents indigent individuals upon appointment by the Court in felony cases, misdemeanor cases, juvenile delinquency matters, dependency and severance proceedings, Title 36 proceedings, guardianship cases, and appeals in Pima County. Attorneys provide direct client representation and handle diverse caseloads of various offenses, allegations, and degrees of seriousness. Attorneys work collaboratively and holistically with paralegals and/or secretaries, social workers, and investigators to understand the circumstances and priorities of each client and advocate for their desired outcomes through strategic and personalized litigation, negotiation, and mitigation. This classification is appointed, unclassified, and exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules. For more information about the Public Defense Services Department, please visit their website at: ************************************************* or **************** (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 the most difficult and complex criminal or civil cases, or voluminous caseloads requiring specialized experience and training, brought for and against the County, in State or Federal Courts; Manages the most demanding criminal or civil cases in public sector law or manages caseloads requiring specialized skills and experience; Represents County departments, boards, and commissions in civil litigation and administrative matters; Prepares ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and leases for consideration by county officials; Prepares legal opinions and advises county officials on a variety of legal 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 complex bench and jury trials; Develops, refines, and presents legal strategies, reviews legal documents, extracts relevant information, evaluates legal issues and legal system variables and negotiates agreements; Conduct research and provide consultation involving complex and difficult legal issues; 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, rules of civil and criminal evidence and procedure; * presenting and arguing cases in court and ability to handle unanticipated problems; * legal research; * legal and professional ethics. Skill in: * working independently on exceptionally complex assignments; * working cooperatively with others, often under stressful conditions; * performing difficult and complex legal research; * effectively preparing, presenting, and conducting extremely complex cases of law; * applying legal analysis, research, and writing techniques to draft clear, concise, and organized legal correspondence, memoranda, documents, and pleadings; * developing and acting on sound legal strategies; * analyzing, appraising, and organizing facts, evidence, and precedents to ascertain the determining aspects of cases and presenting material in a clear and logical form; * effectively and efficiently negotiating the just resolution of assigned cases; * developing and maintaining professional relationships with victims, witnesses, law enforcement agencies, and members of the community; * communicating effectively with victims, witnesses, judges, other agencies, and members of the public; * communicating effectively, both orally and in writing. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Juris Doctorate. Five (5) years of relevant prosecution, defense, or civil experience. 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. Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.): * Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience. * Experience handling serious cases or voluminous caseloads requiring specialized experience/training. * Experience with little to no supervision on serious case types handled. 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. Licenses and Certificates: Admission to the Arizona State Bar at time of appointment which must be maintained in good standing. Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver's license at the time of application. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination. 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. 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.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH A REGISTER for current and future ATTORNEY I - UNCLASSIFIED vacancies which serves all levels/assignments of Attorney in the Criminal and Civil Divisions of the Pima County Attorney's Office. 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: ************************* Coordinates and conducts professional legal work in units within the Office of the Pima County Attorney. Incumbents perform entry-level and/or intermediate-level legal work in the area assigned for either criminal or civil cases. Attorneys at this level prepare, defend prosecute, and resolve entry-level to advanced-level licensed professional legal work. Attorneys at this level receive close supervision from higher-level attorney personnel in the performance of their duties. More experienced attorneys in this classification work more independently under the general supervision of higher-level attorney personnel. This classification is appointed, unclassified, and exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules. (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. DESIRED 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 and writing sample are required with a completed application. A cover letter is requested to be submitted with the application. Documents must be uploaded to the application at the 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. 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: 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.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH A REGISTER for current and future ATTORNEY I vacancies which serves all levels/assignments of Attorney in the Pima County Public Defense Services Department (Public Defender; Legal Defender: Legal Advocate; Office of Children's Counsel; Mental Health Defender; Public Fiduciary). Salary Grade: A2 Pay Range Full Range: $78,500 - $149,150 Annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. Coordinates and conducts professional legal work in Public Defense Services Department offices. Incumbents perform entry-level and/or intermediate-level legal work in the area assigned for either criminal or civil cases. Attorneys at this level prepare, defend prosecute, and resolve entry-level to advanced-level licensed professional legal work. Attorneys at this level receive close supervision from higher-level attorney personnel in the performance of their duties. More experienced attorneys in this classification work more independently under the general supervision of higher-level attorney personnel. Pima County Public Defense Services represents indigent individuals upon appointment by the Court in felony cases, misdemeanor cases, juvenile delinquency matters, dependency and severance proceedings, Title 36 proceedings, guardianship cases, and appeals in Pima County. Attorneys provide direct client representation and handle diverse caseloads of various offenses, allegations, and degrees of seriousness. Attorneys work collaboratively and holistically with paralegals and/or secretaries, social workers, and investigators to understand the circumstances and priorities of each client and advocate for their desired outcomes through strategic and personalized litigation, negotiation, and mitigation. This classification is appointed, unclassified, and exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules. For more information about the Public Defense Services Department, please visit their website at: ************************************************* or **************** (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. DESIRED 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. Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.): * Knowledge and appropriate application of systems, policies, and procedures of Pima County (additional assessments of current and previous Pima County employees may be conducted). 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. Licenses and Certificates: Admission to the Arizona State Bar at time of appointment, which must be maintained in good standing. Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver's license at the time of application. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination. 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. 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.