What are the responsibilities and job description for the Law Clerk position at City of Tucson?
Posting Close Date :
Applicants must submit their completed application by 03-15-2025 at 11 : 59 p.m. MST
ABOUT THIS JOB
Position Specific Summary
The Law Clerk position in the City of Tucson Attorney’s Office, Criminal Division, provides support for prosecuting attorneys, including performing research and legal analysis, drafting motions, preparing appeals, writing legal documents, and assisting with case and trial preparation.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Deputy Chief Prosecutor or a Principal Assistant Prosecuting Attorney. This position does not supervise.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Drafts responses to motions by reading motions, searching for similar responses and case law, making changes, and contacting the police department, attorneys and other agencies.
- Drafts appeals and responses by reading documents, researching files, books, computer, and making phone calls.
- Drafts legal memoranda and maintains records by reviewing pertinent case files to ensure accuracy.
- Conducts pretrials hearings, evidentiary hearings, bench trials, and jury trials, as permitted by the Supreme Court rules under the supervision of a licensed prosecutor.
- Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
Working Conditions
The position is full-time, in office.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education : Juris doctorate degree (JD) OR a JD Candidate with a graduation date within six (6) months of hire
Experience : Under one (1) year of directly related experience
Application and Special Instructions
The State Bar of Arizona Attorney License must be obtained within twelve (12) months of hire / prior to the completion of the probationary period and must be maintained throughout employment in this position.
POSITION DETAILS
Job Profile
J0612 - Law Clerk
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Compensation Grade
G104
Hourly Range
19.97 - 34.44 USD
The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education / training, key skills, and internal equity.
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Position Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Department
City Attorney
Department Link
Background Check : This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.
ABOUT US
Benefits : The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at
Citizenship : The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status.
City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Veterans / Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).
The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at or 520-791-2619.
Recruiter Name
Neil Nickol (48268)
Recruiter Email
For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.
Salary : $20 - $34
