Deputy County Attorney I - Criminal
Position
The County Attorney's Office protects Utah County by vigorously prosecuting and investigating crime, compassionately assisting crime victims, and providing the highest quality legal representation to Utah County Government.
About the Role
This recruitment is specifically intended to hire attorneys in the Criminal Division. Duties may include prosecuting criminal offenses and providing legal counsel and advice on matters of civil law. Assignments are made at the sole discretion of the County Attorney and may be modified at any time.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
- Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
- Applicants must possess and maintain valid membership in the Utah State Bar Association.
- OR Applicants must possess valid licensure in an out-of-state Bar Association with rights to practice in Utah per the Judicial Council Code of the Judicial Administration, and if selected, must obtain valid membership in the Utah State Bar Association during the probationary period for new hires or during the trial period for promoted County employees.
- Incumbents must maintain valid licensure during employment.
- Applicants awaiting BAR exam or admittance may be considered in selected process.
Benefits
- Includes 100% paid premiums for health insurance
- Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k)
- Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)
- Pre-tax savings Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Fourteen (14) paid Holidays
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
Pay
$104,145.60 - $137,633.60 Annually
Schedule
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Utah County Government to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic status of gender identity.