Attorney

Assistant Attorney General - Tucson

Requisition:  A09-18CIVLMS0198
Title:  Assistant Attorney General
Position No:  AAG0198AHO
Location:  Tucson

The Arizona Attorney General’s Office Liability Management Section has an opening for a full-time Assistant Attorney General to defend the State and State employees in tort litigation in state and federal courts.  The candidate must be capable of taking a first chair role in complex litigation and equally capable of working in a collaborative team environment.  Extensive civil litigation experience is required.  Admission to, and good standing with, the Arizona State Bar is required (include on resume the date(s) of admission in Arizona and any other states).

Salary is commensurate with experience.  The State of Arizona offers a generous benefits package that includes vacation leave, sick leave, a top-ranked pension plan, and medical, dental and vision insurance.

All applicants under serious consideration for hire are required to be fingerprinted and complete a criminal background check through State and Federal agencies.  A job offer cannot be tendered until the candidate has successfully passed the initial background check.

This position will remain open until filled.  First review of applications will be October 19, 2009 and further reviews will be every week thereafter, as necessary.  To apply, go to www.azstatejobs.gov.  Search for Attorney General positions by entering the keyword “AAG” in the Agency Search field.  Reference announcement A09-18.

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Assistant Attorney General - Phoenix

Requisition:  A09-17CIVLMS0374
Title:  Assistant Attorney General
Position No:  AAG0374AHO
Location:  Phoenix

The Arizona Attorney General’s Office Liability Management Section has an opening for a full-time Assistant Attorney General to defend the State and State employees in tort litigation in state and federal courts.  The candidate must be capable of taking a first chair role in complex litigation and equally capable of working in a collaborative team environment.  Extensive civil litigation experience is required.  Admission to, and good standing with, the Arizona State Bar is required (include on resume the date(s) of admission in Arizona and any other states).

Salary is commensurate with experience.  The State of Arizona offers a generous benefits package that includes vacation leave, sick leave, a top-ranked pension plan, and medical, dental and vision insurance.

All applicants under serious consideration for hire are required to be fingerprinted by the Office and complete a criminal background check through State and Federal agencies.  A job offer cannot be tendered until the candidate has successfully passed the initial background check.

This position will remain open until filled.  First review of applications will be October 19, 2009 and further reviews will be every week thereafter, as necessary.  To apply, go to www.azstatejobs.gov.  Search for Attorney General positions by entering the keyword “AAG” in the Agency Search field.  Reference announcement A09-17.

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Unit Chief Counsel - Phoenix

Requisition:  A09-016CIVLMS0595
Title:  Unit Chief Counsel
Position No:  AAG0595AHO
Location:  Phoenix Office

 

The Arizona Attorney General’s Office Liability Management Section has an opening for a full-time attorney to lead and supervise lawyers and staff responsible for defending the Department of Corrections, its officials and employees, against Section 1983 civil rights actions, special actions, and tort litigation.  The attorney will provide direct supervision of eight attorneys and their support staff in Phoenix, and coordinate supervision of three attorneys and their support staff in Tucson.  This attorney also provides advice to the Department of Corrections and Risk Management.

Must exhibit good judgment in evaluating cases and have the ability to work collaboratively with others.  Extensive civil litigation experience is required.  The attorney will serve as mentor to attorneys and staff.  Admission to, and good standing with, the Arizona State Bar is required (include on resume the date(s) of admission in Arizona and any other states).

Salary is commensurate with experience.  The State of Arizona offers a generous benefits package that includes vacation leave, sick leave, a top-ranked pension plan, and medical, dental and vision insurance.

All applicants under serious consideration for hire are required to be fingerprinted and complete a criminal background check through State and Federal agencies.  A job offer cannot be tendered until the candidate has successfully passed the initial background check.

This position will remain open until filled.  First review of applications will be October 19, 2009 and further reviews will be every week thereafter, as necessary.  To apply, go to www.azstatejobs.gov.  Search for Attorney General positions by entering the keyword “AAG” in the Agency Search field.  Reference announcement A09-16.

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Assistant Attorney General - Phoenix

Requisition: A09-13CRMFRS0696
Title: Assistant Attorney General
Position No. AAG0696AHO
Location: Phoenix

The Criminal Division/Financial Remedies Section has one vacant full-time attorney position in the Phoenix office to work with experienced civil racketeering prosecutors to envision, design, plan and execute long term programs to accomplish law enforcement goals through civil remedies.  This position investigates and prosecutes racketeering, including fraud, white collar crime, money laundering, narcotics and other ongoing and organized criminal conduct. You will represent the State in civil litigation in the enforcement of the civil racketeering and forfeiture provisions of Arizona statutes, advising and assisting investigations, conducting civil discovery, drafting briefs and memoranda, and presenting evidence, briefs and argument to juries and courts. You will work as a member of a highly professional multi-disciplinary team of prosecutors, agents, analysts, computer specialists, property managers, paralegals and others to pursue investigative and prosecution programs and coordinate them with various law enforcement agencies and with criminal, civil and regulatory prosecutors at county, state and federal levels.

Candidates must have a minimum of three years of experience.  Preferred candidates will have complex civil litigation experience.    Admission to the State Bar of Arizona is required; include date(s) of admission in Arizona and any other state(s).

Salary is commensurate with experience.  The State of Arizona offers a generous benefits package that includes vacation leave, sick leave, a top-ranked pension plan, and low cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.

All applicants under serious consideration for hire with the Attorney General’s Office are required to be fingerprinted by the Office, which will complete a criminal background check through State and Federal agencies. A job offer cannot be tendered until the candidate has successfully passed the initial background check.

This position will remain open until filled.  First review of applications will be October 19, 2009 and further reviews will be every week thereafter, as necessary.  To apply: Go to www.azstatejobs.gov.  Search for Attorney General positions by entering the keyword “AAG” in the Agency Search field.  Reference announcement A09-13.

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Assistant Attorney General - Phoenix

Requisition: #A09-10CFPCLA8391
Title: Assistant Attorney General
Position No. ADE8391AHO
Location: Phoenix

Tired of the billable hours grind?  Interested in really making a difference?  The Child and Family Protection Division (CFP), Civil Criminal Litigation and Advice (CLA) Section has an immediate opening for an aggressive, motivated, self starter to assist the AG's office with the tax and debt collection needs of the Department of Economic Security.  If you have 3-5 years of debt collection, garnishment and bankruptcy experience and have a general understanding of the operations of a state administrative agency and would be willing to learn the Unemployment Insurance (UI) Contribution system, we would like to talk to you.  A qualified candidate should also demonstrate a willingness to assist the section in meeting the client's other legal needs including covering administrative and criminal hearings if needed.

Salary is commensurate with experience.  The State of Arizona offers a generous benefits package that includes vacation leave, sick leave, a top-ranked pension plan, and low cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.

All applicants under serious consideration for hire with the Attorney General’s Office are required to be fingerprinted by the Office and complete a criminal background check through State and Federal agencies. A job offer cannot be tendered until the candidate has successfully passed the initial background check.

This position will remain open until filled.  First review of applications will be November 11, 2009 and further reviews will be every week thereafter, as necessary. To apply: Go to www.azstatejobs.gov.  Search for Attorney General positions by entering the keyword “AAG” in the Agency Search field. Reference Announcement #A09-10.

 

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Assistant Attorney General - Kingman

Requisition: #09-19CFPPSSC322
Title: Assistant Attorney General
Position No. ADEC322AHO
Location: Kingman

Do you really want to be a litigator? Are you looking for a job as an attorney where you can make a difference and help children and families in Arizona?

The Child and Family Protection Division, Protective Services Section (PSS), has a full-time trial attorney position in its Kingman Office to handle dependency cases in Kingman, Bullhead City, Lake Havasu, and Parker, Arizona. PSS represents the Division of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) of the Department of Economic Security. PSS trial attorney responsibilities include representing DCYF in dependency, severance, guardianship, and adoption matters statewide. The PSS Attorney regularly conducts bench trials, mediations, and other child-welfare hearings in juvenile court. The position requires regular travel for court hearings and client contact and may require additional in-state travel. The PSS office is located at 519 E. Beale, Kingman.

Juvenile law and/or trial experience or a demonstrated interest in children’s issues is preferred, but not required. Admission to and good standing with the Arizona State Bar is required. Please include on resume date(s) of bar admission in Arizona and any other states.

Salary is commensurate with experience. The State of Arizona offers a generous benefits package that includes vacation leave, sick leave, a top-ranked pension plan, and low cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.

All applicants under serious consideration for hire with the Attorney General’s Office are required to be fingerprinted by the Office and to complete a criminal background check through State and Federal agencies. A job offer cannot be tendered until the candidate has successfully passed the initial background check.

This position will remain open until filled. First review of applications will be November 9, 2009, and further reviews will be every week thereafter, as necessary. To apply: Go to www.azstatejobs.gov . Search for Attorney General positions by entering the keyword “AAG” in the Agency Search field. Reference announcement A09-19.

 

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Assistant Attorney General - Phoenix

Requisition: A09-15CIVTRN1138
Title: Assistant Attorney General
Position No: AAG1138AHO
Location:  Phoenix

The Civil Division/Transportation Section, has one attorney opening in Phoenix.  The position is responsible for advising the Arizona Department of Transportation on a variety of matters with primary emphasis on representation of the Motor Vehicle Division on administrative appeals and trials de novo regarding license suspensions and revocations.  Strong writing skills are required.  The position may also provide daily advice on legal questions concerning vehicle titles, registrations, drivers’ licenses, contract matters, public record requests and other motor vehicle-related issues. 

Seeking an attorney with a minimum of two years of experience, preferably with experience in procedural and substantive law regarding administrative hearings and judicial review of administrative hearings.  Some litigation experience with bench trials and interaction with law enforcement agencies would be helpful.  The successful candidate must be able to analyze and evaluate legal issues, write legal memoranda and appellate briefs (primarily for Superior Court and State Appellate Courts), draft contract language and interact with clients on a daily basis. Admission to and good standing with the Arizona State Bar is required (include on resume the date(s) of admission in Arizona and any other states).

Salary is commensurate with experience. The State of Arizona offers a generous benefits package that includes vacation leave, sick leave, a top-ranked pension plan, and low cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.

All applicants under serious consideration for hire with the Attorney General’s Office are required to be fingerprinted by the Office and complete a criminal background check through State and Federal agencies. A job offer cannot be tendered until the candidate has successfully passed the initial background check.

The position will remain open until filled.  First review of applications will be  October 21, 2009 and further reviews will be every week thereafter, as necessary. To apply: Go to www.azstatejobs.gov.  Search for Attorney General positions by entering the keyword “AAG” in the Agency Search field.  Reference announcement A09-15.

 

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Special Counsel - Phoenix

Requisition: A09-09CFPCLA1786
Title:  Special Counsel
Position: ADE1786AHO
Location: Phoenix

Outstanding Legal Analysis-- Pragmatic problem solver--Passionate about leading people.  The Child and Family Protection Division, Civil and Criminal Litigation and Advice Section (CLA) has an opening for an innovative, dedicated individual to help manage this unique section of the office. CLA represents the Department of Economic Security and handles a high-volume of advice on matters ranging from reviewing leases/contracts, to handling a myriad of due process hearings, to drafting legislation and giving policy advice to the Department. The work is complex, interesting and fast paced.  We are looking for someone who has exceptional leadership abilities, sound judgment, is resourceful and extremely well organized. If you think novel issues are fun and want to do something which absolutely makes a difference in the lives of the states' vulnerable---this is a position which will interest you. 

CLA is comprised of approximately 30 attorneys and support staff.  Some in-state travel may be required.

Salary is commensurate with experience.  Admission to the Arizona State Bar and a minimum of five years experience practicing law, including some litigation, is required. Excellent communication skills and management ability required.

The State of Arizona offers a generous benefits package that includes vacation leave, sick leave, a top-ranked pension plan, and low cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.

All applicants under serious consideration for hire with the Attorney General's Office are required to be fingerprinted by the Office and complete a criminal background check through State and Federal agencies. A job offer cannot be tendered until the candidate has successfully passed the initial background check.

The position will remain open until filled.  First review of applications will be November 11, 2009 and further reviews will be every week thereafter, as necessary.  To apply: Go to www.azstatejobs.gov.  Search for Attorney General positions by entering the keyword “AAG” in the Agency Search field.  Reference announcement A09-09.

 

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Assistant Attorney General - Phoenix

Requisition:  A09-20CRMCRP0165
Title:  Assistant Attorney General
Position No:  AAG0165AHO
Location:  Phoenix

The Criminal Division/Criminal Prosecution Section, has an opening for a full time attorney in the Phoenix Office to prosecute tax fraud cases investigated by the Arizona Department of Revenue.

Applicants must have 2-5 years in the practice of law, with some prior criminal trial experience required.  Admission to the State Bar of Arizona is required; include date(s) of admission in Arizona and in any other state(s).

The State of Arizona offers a generous benefits package that includes vacation leave, sick leave, a top-ranked pension plan, and low cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.  Salary is commensurate with experience. 

All applicants under serious consideration for hire are required to be fingerprinted and complete a criminal background check through State and Federal agencies.  A job offer cannot be tendered until the candidate has successfully passed the initial background check.

This position will remain open until filled.  First review of applications will be November 17, 2009 and further reviews will be every week thereafter, as necessary.  To apply, go to www.azstatejobs.gov.  Search for Attorney General positions by entering the keyword “AAG” in the Agency Search field.  Reference announcement A09-20.

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Assistant Attorney General - Phoenix

Requisition: A09-21CFPPSSI901
Title:  Assistant Attorney General
Position No: ADEI901AHO
Location:  Phoenix

Do you really want to be a litigator? Are you looking for a job as an attorney where you can make a difference and help children and families in Arizona?

The Child and Family Protection Division/Protective Services Section (PSS), has one full-time trial attorney position practicing in Maricopa County Juvenile Court. PSS represents the Division of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) of the Department of Economic Security.  PSS trial attorney responsibilities include representing DCYF in dependency, severance, guardianship, and adoption matters.  PSS attorneys regularly conduct trials, mediations and other child welfare hearings in juvenile court. The position requires regular travel for court hearings and client contact, and may require additional in-state travel.

Newly-admitted attorneys with experience in juvenile welfare work will be considered, but candidates with at least one year of experience in practicing law are preferred.  Juvenile law and/or trial experience or a demonstrated interest in children’s issues is preferred, but not required. Admission to and good standing with the Arizona State Bar is required (include on resume the date(s) of admission in Arizona and any other states). 

Salary is commensurate with experience. The State of Arizona offers a generous benefits package that includes vacation leave, sick leave, a top-ranked pension plan, and low cost medical, dental, and vision insurance. 

All applicants under serious consideration for hire with the Attorney General’s Office are required to be fingerprinted by the Office and complete a criminal background check through State and Federal agencies. A job offer cannot be tendered until the candidate has successfully passed the initial background check. 

This position will remain open until filled.  First review of applications will be November 23, 2009 and further reviews will be every week thereafter, as necessary. To apply: Go to www.azstatejobs.gov.  Search for Attorney General positions by entering the keyword “AAG” in the Agency Search field.  Reference announcement #A09-21.

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