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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Requisition: A10-02CFPPSSD583
Title: Assistant Attorney General
Position No. ADED583AHO
Location: Sierra Vista
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 Sierra Vista Office to handle dependency cases in Cochise County and may require some out-of-county coverage. 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. This position regularly conducts bench trials, mediations and other child welfare hearings in juvenile court. This position requires regular travel for court hearings and client contact, and will require additional in-state travel. Position is located at 333 W. Wilcox Dr., Sierra Vista.
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 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 February 3, 2010 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 #A10-02.
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.
Requisition: A09-23CRMCRP0228
Position No: AAG0228AHO
Title: Assistant Attorney General
Location: Phoenix
The Criminal Division/Criminal Prosecutions Section, currently has an opening for a full-time attorney position in the Phoenix Office with the desire to work on cases involving white collar fraud.
Applicants must possess at least 10 years experience. Prior experience in civil and criminal law practice is preferred. Admission to the Arizona State Bar is required (include on resume 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 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 December 24, 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 #A09-23.
Requisition: A09-24CFPCSE3059
Title: Assistant Attorney General
Position No. ADE3059AHO
Location: Yuma
The Child & Family Protection Division/Child Support Enforcement Section currently has one full-time position for an Assistant Attorney General in its Yuma office, located at 1310 S. 3rd Avenue, Yuma, AZ 85364. The attorney will work in a high-volume litigation environment and will provide legal advice to the Arizona (DES) Division of Child Support Enforcement.
Seeking applicants with 0 to 15 years of experience in the practice of law. Prior experience in child support or family law is preferred, but not required. Some occasional in-state travel may be required. 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 December 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 A09-24.
Requisition: A09-25CIVLMS0457
Title: Assistant Attorney General
Position No: AAG0457AHO and AAG0468AHO
Location: Phoenix Office
The Arizona Attorney General’s Office Liability Management Section has openings for full-time Assistant Attorneys General to defend the Department of Corrections, its officials and employees, against Section 1983 civil rights actions, special actions, and tort litigation in state and federal courts. Candidates must be capable of working in a collaborative environment and have the ability to take a first chair litigation role. Civil litigation experience is preferred. 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 December 30, 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 #A09-25.
Requisition: A09-CRMCLS0559
Title: Assistant Attorney General
Position No. AAG0559AHO
Location: Phoenix or Tucson
The Criminal Division/Criminal Appeals/Capital Litigation Section currently has one opening for a full-time attorney, in the Phoenix or Tucson office. The position is responsible for representing the State in criminal appeals before the state and federal courts.
Candidates should have 0–10 years of experience, preferably in handling appeals. The successful candidate must be able to analyze and evaluate legal issues, write briefs and make arguments in direct appeals, special actions and habeas corpus petitions in the Arizona Courts of Appeals, Arizona Supreme Court, United States District Court, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and United States Supreme Court. 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 January 27, 2010 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 A10-01.
Requisition: A10-04CIVELS0509
Position No. AAG0509AHO
Title: Assistant Attorney General
Location: Phoenix
The Civil Division, Employment Law Section, has an opening for a full-time attorney in the Phoenix office to defend the State in employment law litigation before state and federal courts and the EEOC. The attorney will also provide legal advice to state agencies and may represent state agencies in administrative civil service hearings. Candidate must have a minimum of five years civil litigation experience. Jury trial, employment law and federal court experience are preferred. The candidate must be comfortable working in a collaborative team environment, and must be capable of taking a first or second chair role. Some travel required, mostly in state.
Salary is based on experience and budget. 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 March 1, 2010 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 A10-04.
Requisition: A10-05CRMCRP1955
Title: Assistant Attorney General
Position No: AAG1955AHO
Location: Phoenix
The Criminal Division / Criminal Prosecutions Section currently has an opening for a full-time attorney in the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit. The Medicaid Fraud Control Unit operates in response to a federal mandate to identify, investigate and prosecute criminal fraud perpetrated by providers (not recipients) under the Medicaid program. The Unit also prosecutes children and adult patient abuse perpetrated in health care facilities that receive Medicaid funds.
The Medicaid Fraud Control Unit is seeking candidates with a minimum of five years experience. The position requires some travel to various counties to prosecute cases. Those candidates with criminal experience in organized crime and family offenses are desired. 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 March 11, 2010 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 #A10-05.
Requisition: A10-06CFPPSSI902
Title: Assistant Attorney General
Position No: ADEI902AHO
Location: Phoenix
The Child and Family Protection Division/Protective Services Section, currently has an opening for a full-time appellate attorney. A successful candidate for an appellate position may be able to work out of the Phoenix, Mesa, Tucson or another satellite Office. The position is responsible for representing the Department of Economic Security in appeals and special actions related to dependency and termination of parental rights.
Seeking candidates with at least one year experience, preferably as an appellate attorney. Experience in juvenile law is also helpful, but is not required. The successful candidate must be able to analyze and evaluate legal issues, research and write high quality briefs. The successful candidate must be able to be highly productive in order to keep pace with the demands of the expedited juvenile appellate process. The ability to present oral argument to the Arizona Courts of Appeals or the Arizona Supreme Court is also required. Admission to the Arizona State Bar is required; include on resume 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 March 15, 2010 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 requisition #A10-06.
Requisition: A10-07CFPPSSD587
Title: Assistant Attorney General
Position No: ADED587AHO
Location: Phoenix
The Child and Family Protection Division, Protective Services Section (PSS), has an opening for a full-time trial attorney 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. This 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 March 17, 2010 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 requisition A10-07.
Requisition: A10-09CFPPSSI963
Title: Assistant Attorney General
Position No: ADEI963AHO
Location: Flagstaff
The Child and Family Protection Division, Protective Services Section (PSS), has an opening for a full-time trial attorney practicing in the Apache and Navajo County Juvenile Courts. 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. This position requires extensive weekly travel for court hearings and client contact in Apache and Navajo Counties. The Attorney General’s Office is located at 2323 N. Walgreens St., Flagstaff.
Newly-admitted attorneys with experience in juvenile-welfare work will be considered, but candidates with at least one year of experience in the practice 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 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 March 17, 2010 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 requisition A10-09.
