Posting Date
02/06/26Application Deadline
Open Until FilledPay Range
Hiring Pay Range: $82,250 - $106,375 annuallySalary 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
ClassifiedDepartment
County AttorneyAbout 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.
The starting salary for a Prosecutor I is currently $82,250 annually. The full salary range is $82,250 - $106,375 annually.
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 a 12% 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
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
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.
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Skills Required
- Graduated from an ABA-accredited law school
- Must be an ALAP applicant
- Background check clearance including drug screen
What We Do
Maricopa County is the nation's fourth most populous county, with a government dedicated to improving residents' lives through various public services.
