Assistant City Attorney

SUMMARY Incumbents prosecute misdemeanor criminal offenses and code violations in Municipal and Superior Court with supervision. Incumbents have knowledge in specialized areas of law such as criminal law, and search and seizure. Incumbents conduct research, prepare motions, try criminal cases, draft appellate briefs, and argue appellate cases, usually with the guidance of more senior attorneys. Incumbents may provide assistance to Senior Assistant City Prosecutors. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Juris Doctor CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must be a member of the State Bar of Arizona, and possess a current and active license to practice law in the State of Arizona. SELECTION PROCESS Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer; pre-employment background screening to include: Criminal Background Screening Drug Screen Education & Experience Verification E-Verify Fingerprinting The City of Surprise is an EEO/ADA reasonable accommodation employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr