Assistant City Prosecutor

Assistant City Attorney

The Assistant City Prosecutor position in the Criminal Division of the City Attorney's Office prepares cases for all phases of misdemeanor prosecution. Performs professional level legal prosecution work involving, research, trials, appeals, and other activities related to criminal prosecution.

Work is performed under the supervision of Principal Assistant Prosecuting City Attorney. This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Represents the State at various hearings and court appearances to include video review hearings, tracks felony cases with associated misdemeanants, animal forfeiture hearings, and other cases/hearings as assigned. Conducts plea negotiations with defense attorneys and unrepresented defendants.
• Reviews and evaluates police reports and relevant charges. Researches, reviews and analyzes case law, applying facts from police reports, interviews, body worn camera, and other evidence. Drafts legal motions, responses to defense motions, and legal memorandum.
• Represents the State in jury trials, bench trials and hearings by appearing in court, making oral arguments before the court, collecting testimony from witnesses and victims, and making legal objections.
• Assists with training newly hired prosecutors. Conducts office trainings as assigned
• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned

Working Conditions

Mostly office environment.

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Juris Doctorate

Member in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona

License/Certifications: A valid and unrestricted driver's license with two (2) years of licensed driving is required.

Preferred Qualifications: Recent criminal law experience which may include:

• A certificate in Criminal Law and Policy
• Participation in related law school clinical program
• Recent litigation or judicial law clerk experience

Position Details

Job Profile: J0622 - Assistant City Attorney

Compensation Grade: G110

Hourly Range: $35.37 - 53.05 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

FLSA: Exempt

Position Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Department: City Attorney, ZBUDG HIER - Recurring

Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

About Us

Benefits: The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at

Citizenship: The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

The City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD.

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Recruiter Name: Noelle Smith (103931)

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