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Attorney I-V - Public Defender's Office (0626)
Coconino County, AZ —Flagstaff, AZ
- $84,000 - $115,602 a year
- Overtime
- Management
- Public speaking
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Commuter assistance

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Attorney I-V - Public Defender's Office (0626)

Coconino County, AZ -
Flagstaff, AZ

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Job Details

Full-time
$84,000 - $115,602 a year

Benefits

Wellness program
Commuter assistance
Health savings account
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Management
Team supervision
Employee relationship building
Driver's License
Supervising experience
Bar
Stakeholder relationship building

Full Job Description

Nature of Work

Attorneys perform legal representation for clients needing publicly assisted representation in criminal felony, misdemeanor, juvenile, mental health, dependency and severance of parental rights cases following appointment by the courts of Coconino County; and perform related duties as required. Advancement in classification is within the discretion of the Department Director based upon attorney performance.

Hiring Minimums
Attorney I $84,000
Attorney II $90,962
Attorney III $98,515
Attorney IV $106,710
Attorney V $115,602

Typical Duties

(Illustrative only)
The level and complexity of assignments vary with the level of the position; however, all classes perform the following:

Manages caseloads, which include interviewing and advising clients on their legal rights and obligations
Analyzes case material after investigations; conducts legal research as required
Prepares cases for presentation in court; appears in court and represents clients at court hearings.
Prepares and submits legal documents to the courts on behalf of clients.
Writes, or word-processes correspondence and reports and legal documents
Maintains accurate records and files

Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: public speaking, driving; sitting; working with and around others; dealing with interruptions; repetitive motion (hand/wrist) for computer work; vision acuity (near) for routine office and customer service duties; hearing and speech for ordinary conversation; finger dexterity for typing and paperwork.

Minimum Qualifications

Attorney I is the entry-level attorney class. Incumbents learn court procedures, office policy and the application of laws and legal procedures; and are assigned to routine cases while gaining experience. Incumbents may assist a more experienced attorney or be assigned a full and separate caseload of cases with a minimum degree of difficulty.

Coconino County may consider underfilling an Attorney I with a candidate who is in the process of obtaining their AZ State Bar license. The underfill may be hired at 5% below entry and will have up to 6 months from date of hire to obtain the AZ State Bar license.

Attorney II is distinguished from Attorney I by the greater difficulty of cases assigned and the lesser degree of supervision received. Incumbents perform legal work of increasing difficulty. (Minimum of one and one-half years of experience required)

Attorney III is distinguished from Attorney II by working under general direction on more complex and serious cases. The Attorney III level is the full working level and is reserved for attorneys with skill and experience in all areas of their assigned cases. (Minimum of three years of experience required)

Attorney IV has responsibility leading and directing a team of attorneys in addition to being a very experienced professional level attorney capable of being assigned extremely difficult cases involving the most complex factual and legal issues, including capital cases. Legal Defender's Office: May serve as acting director in the absence of the director. (Minimum of five years of experience required)

Attorney V is the most experienced professional level attorney. Incumbents are expected to handle the most serious, complex and high profile cases, including capital cases, and may be assigned responsibility for supervising and leading other attorneys. They may also assist in development and implementation of department policies and procedures. (Minimum of seven years of experience required) No more than 20 per cent of authorized attorney positions for a Department (rounded off to the next whole number) shall be Attorney V positions.

These positions are exempt from overtime.
Note: Individuals in exempt classifications as part time employees may be classified as non-exempt per FLSA law regarding minimum weekly salary requirements.

These positions are safety sensitive.

These positions are At-Will.

Public Defender, Legal Defender & Chief Deputy County Attorney positions are the administrative leaders of their respective offices. (Minimum of five years legal experience and two years supervisory experience required.)

These positions are exempt from overtime.
Note: Individuals in exempt classifications as part time employees may be classified as non-exempt per FLSA law regarding minimum weekly salary requirements.

These positions are safety sensitive.

These positions are At-Will.

LICENSE
Current active membership in the State Bar of Arizona. Possession of, or ability to attain, a valid Arizona driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of:

Substantive law, rules of evidence, trial and court procedures, legal principles and research methods commensurate with the level of experience of the class
Computer applications related to the work
Standard legal office practices and procedures
Techniques for dealing with individuals of varying races, genders, ethnicity and ages, some of whom may have physical or emotional problems and who appear to be difficult, confused or hostile

Ability and Skill in:

Interviewing a variety of individuals and soliciting needed information to determine facts/circumstances
Developing effective strategies for client representation
Analyzing cases and applying legal principles
Presenting statements of law clearly and logically in written and verbal form
Presenting an effective case in court
Managing an assigned caseload
Preparing clear, concise, accurate and effective legal documents, reports, correspondence and other written materials
Maintaining accurate records and files
Using sound independent judgment within established legal, policy and procedural guidelines
Communicating logically and effectively with a diverse group of clients, witnesses, judges, law enforcement officials, other attorneys and employees of various agencies and departments
Demonstrating patience, tact, courtesy and compassion
Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
Working cooperatively with colleagues to accomplish the policies and goals of the office

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Employee Benefits

Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:

(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)

Vacation/Annual Leave
Sick Leave
10 Holidays Per Year
Health Care Insurance
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Group Life Insurance
Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
Sick Leave Conversion Plan
Personal Day Purchase Program
Vacation Sell Back Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Wellness Program
Long-Term Disability
Arizona State Retirement System
Employee Assistance Program
On-going Training Opportunities
Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass

Elective Coverage

Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Tax-deferred investment program
Accidental and Disability Insurance
Short Term Disability

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