Government Law Admission Program - Prosecutor I-III
About the role
The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office (MCAO) is now accepting applications from lawyers interested in participating in the newly enacted Government Law Admission Program (GLAP). This program is only available to attorneys licensed by bar examination in a US state or territory that does not offer Arizona lawyers admission on motion. These jurisdictions include Alabama, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Louisiana, Nevada, Rhode Island, South Carolina, West Virginia, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Palau, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. Attorneys licensed in other jurisdictions must seek admission to the Arizona bar as described in Rule 34, Rules of the Supreme Court of Arizona.
Responsibilities
- Discuss and present analyses of legal issues
- Conduct trials, present oral arguments, and cover court
- Interview witnesses regarding facts in the prosecution of cases
- Research and analyze legal issues using both computerized legal research and hard copy tools
- Compose memoranda and pleadings regarding legal issues of concern
- Maintain professional relationships with victims, witnesses, law enforcement agencies, and members of the community
- Negotiate the just resolution of assigned cases and comply with victims' rights
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school
- Experience is credited at 100% for directly applicable criminal work as an attorney and at 50% for the practice of law in all other areas
- To be considered for a Prosecutor II position an applicant must have 2.5 years’ experience and 5 years’ experience for a Prosecutor III position
- Must be cleared through the MCAO’s attorney background process, including drug screen
Qualifications
- Applicants must attest that they intend to seek licensure under the GLAP program and, if selected for hire, the MCAO will provide the avowal required for licensure under Administrative Order No. 2025-25
Skills
- Ability to move up to 20 pounds and sit/stand for extended periods
- Ability to travel to and from various County locations using personal or County-owned vehicles
Benefits
- Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
- Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
- Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
- Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
- Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
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Pay
Prosecutors hired at a level I will be compensated at a range of $82,250 to $106,375 Prosecutors hired at a level II will be compensated at a range of $102,000 to $144,500 Prosecutors hired at a level III will be compensated at a range of $110,000 to $165,000 The tier placement and subsequently the salary offer are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other Maricopa County employees within the same job classification.
Schedule
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Employment
Employment will continue in that position if the lawyer is fully admitted to practice law in Arizona under Rule 34(f).
Selection Procedure
- Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
- Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
- Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
- Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
About Maricopa County Attorney’s Office
We believe in integrity. We believe in justice for all. And we are proud to deliver high-quality prosecution, comprehensive victims' services, crime prevention programs, and more to the residents of Maricopa County. If you would like to utilize your talents and skills to stand up for Maricopa County, apply today, and join our team!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.