COCHISE COUNTY
invites applications for the position of:
Attorney III
SALARY: See Position Description
OPENING DATE: 01/04/22
THE POSITION:
ATTORNEY III
OPENS: Tuesday, January 4, 2022
CLOSES: Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt. May close at anytime.
SALARY: $55,500 - $85,000 annually dependent upon qualifications, plus a comprehensive benefits package to include membership in the Arizona State Retirement System
APPLICATION MATERIALS REQUIRED: Application, cover letter, resume and Bar Letter of Good Standing
PLEASE NOTE: This position requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening
ATTORNEY III (in addition to Attorney I and II): Supervises and reviews work of staff attorneys; performs organization and administrative duties.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
ATTORNEY III: Graduation from an accredited law school, admission to the State Bar of Arizona, and a minimum of four (4) years of relevant legal experience. Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license and ability to be covered by county insurance.
PREFERENCE: Preference may be given to candidates with experience in criminal, appellate, and/or dependency case law.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Attorney III / Thorough knowledge of:
principles and practices of law;
legal procedures and administrative proceedings;
methods and practices of pleadings;
judicial procedures and the rules of evidence;
principles, methods, materials, practices and references utilized in legal research.
Attorney III / Considerable knowledge of:
applying legal knowledge and training on behalf of public entities.
principles and practices of management and supervision.
Attorney III / Considerable skill in:
analyzing, appraising, and organizing facts, evidence, and precedents;
rendering logical, clear and effective written reports and oral arguments;
determining alternative courses of action;
presenting and arguing cases in court and handle unanticipated problems smoothly.
Attorney I, II, III, IV / Ability to:
establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public;
follow written and verbal instruction;
read, write and speak English;
communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is primarily performed under general supervision. Incumbent generally performs work in a typical office or court setting with appropriate climate controls.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate.
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds requires a good deal of walking, standing or involves sitting most of the time.
Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills are important
Reasonable accommodations will be made for those that are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
Cochise County 1415 Melody Lane, Building F
(Arizona Superior Court, Cochise Co. . Box 204)
Bisbee, AZ 85603
County: (520) 432-9700
Courts: (520) 432-8503
Position #010122
ATTORNEY I, II, III OR IV
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Attorney I, II, III or IV Supplemental Questionnaire
* 1. What interests you most about working for the Office of the Legal Advocate?
* Required Question
