Deputy City Attorney I Criminal

Serve your community. Make a difference. Grow your career. MEANINGFUL WORK awaits you here at the City of North Las Vegas. We serve one of the largest culturally diverse cities in the nation, and our community continues to grow! If you value Accountability, Communication, Collaboration, Innovation, and Dedication then you are just the person we are looking for!

A Deputy City Attorney I Criminal is an essential member of our team, and we invite you to apply and help contribute to CNLV’s growing success! Please thoroughly review the information and selection process outlined below this announcement.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate for this position is a licensed Nevada attorney who is passionate about public service, highly skilled in criminal procedures, and committed to upholding the law with integrity and professionalism. They have courtroom experience, including conducting trials, preparing legal documents, and managing a heavy caseload independently. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, team-oriented, and adaptable, capable of managing multiple priorities with minimal supervision.

Essential Information

• Submit a Complete Application - For your application to be considered, you MUST fully complete an online application by providing sufficient information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications, attach any documents as necessary, and answer ALL questions. Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this announcement and click “SUBMIT” at the end of your application.
• Pay Considerations - The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $135,078.16. Starting salary is dependent on education, qualifications, and experience.
• Work Schedule - This position is scheduled to work 4 days per week, 9 hours per day, (36 hour work week), Monday through Thursday, 7:00am to 5:00pm. The selected candidate will be required to participate in a mandatory rotating schedule to cover weekend court sessions. This includes working some Saturdays throughout the year based on an already established schedule by the department. Flexibility to respond to urgent court matters during weekends, holidays, and after-hours is an essential function of this position.
  
  

The Role

Under general direction, is responsible for representing the City on all matters heard in, and appealed from, the North Las Vegas Municipal Court, and assisting the Chief Deputy Attorney.

The full job description can be found here: Deputy City Attorney I Criminal

Check out some of our benefits here: CNLV Benefits 2025

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Juris Doctorate or equivalent (undergraduate degree and LLB) from an accredited law school.
  
  

Licenses And Certifications

• Certificate of admission to the State Bar of Nevada at the time of application.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license with the ability to maintain a satisfactory motor record and obtain an appropriate Nevada state driver’s license within the required time frame.
  
  

QUESTIONS?

For questions about this position or the selection process, please contact:

Cristina Lopez

Talent Acquisition Partner

Lopezcr@cityofnorthlasvegas.com

About City Of North Las Vegas

North Las Vegas is home to more than 285,000 residents and is one of the fastest growing cities in Nevada. As a premier place to live, work and play, the City of North Las Vegas leads Southern Nevada in both new home construction and economic development.