Attorney III

Essential Job Functions

• Reviews legal cases to determine if sufficient cause exists to prosecute.
• Advises law enforcement officers and witnesses of legal procedures.
• Fills complaints on misdemeanor and felony cases, including first degree murder involving death penalty cases.
• Presents cases in Justice and Superior Courts.
• Confers with clients.
• Advise clients regarding their legal rights, courses of action, and strength of a case.
• Advise County departments, boards, and commissions on legal matters.
• Handles adoption petitions, condemnation proceedings, and difficult matters on administrative or civil law.
• Reviews performance and gives instructions and guidance in court procedures, trial techniques, and matters of law.
• Conducts legal research by computer.
• Obtains and reviews source documents such as police reports, medical records, and transcripts.
• Locates and interviews witnesses.
• Prepares and files necessary court documents.
• Attends and participates in court appearances and legal proceedings.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of principles and procedures of the Arizona justice system.
• Knowledge of the application of statutes and legal precedents.
• Knowledge of legal and administrative proceedings.
• Knowledge of the preparation of legal defenses and prosecutions.
• Ability to render logical, clear, and effective arguments.
• Ability to interpret statutes, case histories, and various laws.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
• Ability to prepare documents by word processing.
• Ability to conduct computerized legal research.

Desirable Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and current membership in the State Bar of Arizona.
• Five years applicable legal experience.

Employee Benefits

Navajo County offers a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Generous paid time off