Deputy County Attorney I - Criminal

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# **JOB ANNOUNCEMENT**

The County Attorney's Office protects Utah County by vigorously prosecuting and investigating crime, compassionately assisting crime victims, and by providing the highest quality legal representation to Utah County Government.

Posting Date: July 2, 2026 Closing Date: *Open Until Filled

• All applications received by July 9, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST will be screened by the Human Resources Office. Those applicants meeting the specified qualifications and additional screening criteria will be referred for a hiring interview. The Human Resource Office will continue to consider qualified candidates as needed until the position is filled
  
  

# **POSITION:** Deputy County Attorney I - Criminal ** **POSTING #: 2711-0726sr

The Opportunity

Under general guidance and direction of the assigned supervisor and according to the Utah County Attorney Policies and Procedures, performs duties as assigned within the functional divisions of the Attorney's office. This recruitment is specifically intended to hire attorneys in the Criminal Division. Duties may include prosecuting criminal offenses and providing legal counsel and advice on matters of civil law. Assignments are made at the sole discretion of the County Attorney and may be modified at any time.

• Grade:** 731
• Pay Range:** $104,145.60 - $137,633.60 Annually
• Schedule:** 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday
  
  

Job Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
  
  

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Applicants must possess and maintain valid membership in the Utah State Bar Association.
  
  

OR

• Applicants must possess valid licensure in an out-of-state Bar Association with rights to practice in Utah per the Judicial Council Code of the Judicial Administration, and if selected, must obtain valid membership in the Utah State Bar Association during the probationary period for new hires or during the trial period for promoted County employees. Incumbents must maintain valid licensure during employment.
• Applicants awaiting BAR exam or admittance may be considered in selected process.
  
  

Click https://hr.utahcounty.gov/cms/uploads/Deputy_County_Attorney_I_2711_eff7cf364b.pdf for a full job description

Benefits Package Includes

100% paid premiums for health insurance

Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k)

Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)

Pre-tax savings He

alth Savings Account (HSA)

Fourteen (14) paid Holidays

Dental and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

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