Attorney

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About the Position

The Civil Attorney for Behavioral Health is responsible for representing the Maricopa County Attorney's Office (MCAO) in hearings on petitions for mental health treatment, reviewing cases involving danger to others, and providing periodic legal training to crisis management workers involved in the civil commitment process.

About the Office of Civil Services

The Civil Services Division of the Maricopa County Attorney's Office serves as a law firm that provides legal representation and advice to the County government, its various elected officials and agencies, as well as the dedicated employees of Maricopa County. We handle matters such as tax appeals by County taxpayers, environmental enforcement cases, public records requests, and we defend legal actions, lawsuits, and claims brought against the County.

If you would like to utilize your talents and skills to stand up for Maricopa County, apply today, and join our team!

Note: This position is seeking an attorney to work in the Human Resources, Behavioral Health, and Probate Practice Group.

Proud to Offer

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer

• Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRHP) for attorneys

• Work with a greater purpose

• Tuition reimbursement

• Exceptional work-life balance

• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

• Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively

• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

• Juris Doctor or Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved law school

• Two years of civil practice experience

• Successful candidates must be admitted to practice law and be in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona at the time of application

• Valid Arizona driver's license upon hire

• The Maricopa County Attorney's Office requires a thorough background check of all successful candidates and is authorized to test prospective employees for the presence of illegally accessed drugs. Testing is conducted once an offer has been extended and before placement

We Also Value

• Civil trial experience in Arizona

Job Contributions

• Attend hearings in court and communicate effectively

• Conduct research and analyze legal issues using both computerized legal research and hard copy tools

• Perform complex legal work and is responsible for legal matters involving Maricopa County

Working Conditions

• In office and courtroom settings in high high-volume, fast-paced environment with frequent stressful situations

• This position may require extended periods of sitting while completing paperwork, standing, and moving about while performing duties

• Ability to communicate effectively and can travel to and from various county locations for court appearances, meetings, and training, utilizing personal or county-owned vehicles

• Ability to move up to 20 pounds

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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