Attorney - County Attorney (Prescott)

Yavapai County Attorney's Office is seeking highly motivated prosecutors at all experience levels. This paperless office offers remote, in‑office, or hybrid work arrangements. Salary ranges from $83,052.43 (entry level) to $149,000.47 (highly experienced), depending on experience. We offer an outstanding benefits package that includes free medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, ten paid holidays, ASRS retirement and 457 savings plans, tuition reimbursement, CALM subscription, and more. Major Duties, Responsibilities Initiates and engages criminal prosecution, and/or initiates, engages, and defends civil litigation, which includes investigating facts, analyzing facts, applying legal knowledge, planning trial strategy, consulting with parties and expert and lay witnesses, and negotiating and resolving litigation prior to trial. Conducts criminal and civil trials on behalf of the county, and represents the county at administrative and other hearings. Advises county departments as clients and various law enforcement agencies on civil and criminal matters. Performs legal research and drafts, reviews, and prepares legal documents including motions, petitions, opinions, and demands. Drafts, reviews, and prepares appeals and post‑conviction relief proceedings. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduation from an accredited law school, admission to the State Bar of Arizona, or eligibility for the Arizona Lawyer Apprentice Program. Other Skills Interpersonal Skills: Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing; ability to analyze and organize factual information and make persuasive legal arguments. Additional Benefits Successful applicants may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and the John R. Justice Program. Location Central Arizona. #J-18808-Ljbffr