Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Full Time

Applicants must submit their completed application by 07-28-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST Application and Special Instructions

A legal writing sample must be uploaded with resume and cover letter as one PDF document composed within the last 2 years (maximum 10 pages). The legal writing sample may include actual work done as a law clerk, lawyer, or alternatively, it may be work done in law school. Any application submitted without the required documents will be considered incomplete.

This position is on-site at City Hall. Remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available at this time.

The Tucson City Prosecutor's Office is an Arizona Lawyer Apprentice Program (ALAP) qualifying employer and will accept applicants who qualify for the ALAP certification and licensing. 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. 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.

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.

Mostly office environment.

Recent criminal law experience which may include:

A certificate in Criminal Law and Policy (information from UA Law's website or

Participation in related law school clinical program (prosecution clinic, criminal defense clinic, domestic violence law clinic - Information available here

Recent litigation or judicial law clerk experience POSITION DETAILS

J0622 - Assistant City Attorney

G110 Hourly Range

$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.

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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. 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. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. Citizenship and Immigration Status. City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer

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