Part-Time Attorney I, II or III

PART-TIME ATTORNEY I, II, Or III (BENEFITS ELIGIBLE)
HOURS RANGE BETWEEN PER WEEK, DEPENDENT ON CANDIDATE AVAILABILITY
*UNCLASSIFIED: Position is not entitled to the rights provided by the Merit System Rules pursuant to Arizona Law
POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN OFFICES OF THE
LEGAL
ADVOCATE,
*LEGAL
DEFENDER, PUBLIC DEFENDER*
*CLOSES: Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt. May close at anytime.
ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $ $44.96 per hour 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
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ATTORNEY I
: Under general supervision provides professional legal services of moderate difficulty; performs other legal services as assigned.

ATTORNEY II:
Under general supervision provides professional legal services of considerable difficulty; provides other legal services as assigned.

ATTORNEY III:
Under general supervision, supervises professional legal services of unusual difficulty; performs other legal services as assigned.

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.

ATTORNEY I
: Initiates, engages, and defends litigation; performs legal research; reviews and prepares legal documents; ren­ders legal advice to clients; performs factual investigations.

ATTORNEY II
(in addition to Attorney I Duties): May supervise junior staff; handles appeals.

ATTORNEY III
(in addition to Attorney I and II): May supervise and reviews work of staff attorneys; performs organization and administrative duties.

Minimum Qualifications
ATTORNEY I:
Graduation from an accredited law school and admission to the State Bar of Arizona. Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license and ability to be covered by county insurance.

ATTORNEY II:
Graduation from an accredited law school, admission to the State Bar of Arizona, and a minimum of two (2) years of relevant legal experience. Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license and ability to be covered by county insurance.

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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
:
Preference may be given to candidates with experience in criminal, appellate, and/or dependency case law.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Attorney I / Working 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 II / Considerable 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 / 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 I / Good Skill In

• applying legal knowledge and training on behalf of public enti­ties.

Attorney II / Considerable skill in:

• applying legal knowledge and training on behalf of public enti­ties.

Attorney III / Considerable knowledge of:

• principles and practices of management and supervision.

Attorney I / Working 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 II / Good 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 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 / 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.
*Cochise County is an Equal Opportunity Employer***

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