Posting Date 07/09/26 Application Deadline Open Until Filled Pay Range $82,250 - $108,750 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Job Type Classified Department County Attorney About the Position The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office (MCAO) is now accepting applications from law school graduates interested in participating in the newly enacted Arizona Lawyer Apprentice Program (ALAP). To be eligible for a position in this program, applicants must meet all conditions outlined in the Arizona Supreme Court’s Administrative Order no. 2024-148 which includes a score on the Uniform Bar Exam between 260 and 269. To practice law under the ALAP, the individual must work in an approved position, such as working for a public law practice, which includes the MCAO. To be eligible for full membership in the State Bar, a lawyer apprentice must successfully complete 24 months of employment with an eligible employer. Applicants hired into this position will work as a lawyer apprentice in a full-time Prosecutor I position for a 24-month supervisory period. At the end of the supervisory period, employment will continue in that position if the lawyer apprentice successfully achieves regular membership in the State Bar of Arizona at the end of that period. About Us We believe in integrity. We believe in justice for all. And we are proud to deliver high-quality prosecution, comprehensive victims' services, crime prevention programs, and more to the residents of Maricopa County. If you would like to utilize your talents and skills to stand up for Maricopa County, apply today, and join our team! Proud to Offer Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRHP) for attorneys Exceptional work-life balance Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires an 11.98% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require Applicants must have graduated from an ABA-accredited-law school Must be an ALAP applicant, meaning you have already submitted your application and are seeking qualified employment. Please refer to ALAP - Arizona Lawyer Apprentice Program for a list of minimum qualifications Applicants must be cleared through the MCAO’s attorney background process including a drug screen Job Contributions Discuss and present analyses of legal issues Conduct trials, present oral arguments, and cover court Interview witnesses regarding facts in the prosecution of cases Research and analyze legal issues using both computerized legal research and hard copy tools Compose memoranda and pleadings regarding legal issues of concern Maintain professional relationships with victims, witnesses, law enforcement agencies, and members of the community Negotiate the just resolution of assigned cases and comply with victims' rights Working Conditions Office and courtroom setting Ability to move up to 20 pounds and sit/stand for extended periods Ability to travel to and from various County locations using a personal or County-owned vehicles Selection Procedure Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process. Apply Now! We are Maricopa County. Who is that, you may ask? Forbes has rated Maricopa County one of Arizona’s Best Employers in 2024. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home. You may wonder what we do, and it may be easier to answer that by asking what are you interested in! Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it! Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. Thinking about career options, then please think about us! We are Maricopa County, and we are looking forward to working with you!

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