Deputy County Attorney - $79,769-$99,711

Deputy County Attorney - County Attorney

$79,769 - $99,711

Location: Payson, AZ - Full Time

• Obtain experience not available to most entry level attorneys and get on the fast track to becoming a courtroom litigation attorney in areas including misdemeanor, juvenile and felony prosecution!
• Deputy County Attorney positions available in Globe with the Gila County Attorney’s Office. Gila County is a rural area, only 60-90 miles from the Phoenix Metro area, with forests, mountains and beautiful Roosevelt Lake.
• Entry level positions available with a pay range from $79,769 to $99,711;
• Senior Attorney (minimum of two 2 years’ experience) with a pay range from $87,945 to $109,932;
• Principle Attorney (minimum of 5 years’ experience, to include criminal trial experience) with a pay range of $96,960 to $121,200.
• Benefits include:
  • Immediate introduction to the Courtroom prosecuting criminal offenses;
  • Opportunities for advancement through pay ranges with increased experience and responsibilities;
  • Student Loan Reimbursement of $8,000.00 per year (maximum of $80,000 over 10 years);
  • Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (depending on employee’s specific qualifications);
  • Arizona State Retirement participation;
  • Paid vacation, sick and holiday leave.
• The purpose of this position is to ensure the safety of the citizens of Gila County and the security of their property and to seek punishment for criminal offenders.
• This position drafts court documents, represents victims in court and argues their cases, and negotiates with the opposing counsel. The attorney also communicates with relevant parties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Drafts court documents, including plea offers and motions.
• Appears in court for oral argument or trials; represents victims.
• Communicates with victims, police officers, public, victims' advocates and supervisors.
• Negotiates with opposing counsel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Required

• Juris Doctorate Degree

Minimum Years of Directly Related Experience Required

• No previous experience.

Professional Credentials Required

• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
• Arizona Supreme Court Bar Licensure, Arizona Bar Association Membership.