City Prosecutor

CITY PROSECUTOR

This recruitment is open until the position is filled or enough applications have been reviewed to establish a qualified candidate pool. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis beginning. First review on April 4, 2024

Salary Range:

$161,426 - $ 215,504 Annually

Starting salary negotiable depending on experience.

The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Pay Increases occur in July
• 13 Paid Holidays, 1 Personal Day, 8 hours Winter Holiday Leave
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 9.33 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Wellness Program Discount on health premiums
• Medical Reimbursement Program; $53/month
• Tuition Reimbursement; $6,000/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.29% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contribution

To view the employee benefit summary, please visit:

Employee Benefit Summary

Department / Division:

City Attorney’s Office / Criminal Division

Job Type:

Full-Time Regular

Schedule:

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Monday thru Friday

Job Number:

RC#902044

DESCRIPTION

• Supervises and oversees the daily operations of the Criminal Division by setting goals and objectives, manages schedules and work priorities, provides guidance and addresses issues, conducts interviews and makes hiring decisions.
• Participate in the selection, training and evaluation of personnel; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
• Participate in reviewing and recommending the development and administration of the criminal division’s budget; directing and recommending actions regarding office equipment, procedures, budget and personnel; monitor and approve expenditures.
• Recommend goals and objectives; assist in the development of policies and procedures.
• Provide pro-active performance planning utilizing performance management tools.
• Develop policies and procedures for prosecutors and staff to improve the efficient workflow and effectiveness of the prosecutor’s office.
• Oversee and allocate resources and personnel and manage the budget effectively to support the needs of the office.
• Build positive relationships with law enforcement agencies, courts, city departments, other prosecution agencies and all other internal and external justice partners to foster collaboration and trust in the criminal justice system.
• Ensure that prosecutors and staff receive and attend training programs to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Ensure all prosecutor activities adhere to applicable laws, rules, and ethical standards.
• Support other city departments by providing legal advice related to prosecution, including training for effective investigation and prosecution of city codes and serving as a hearing officer when needed. Prepare criminal cases for trial; interview witnesses; prepare documents; interview complainants to determine appropriateness of filing criminal charges; try jury and non-jury cases involving criminal matters.
• Determine amounts and appropriateness of restitution to be paid by defendant to victims of crimes; monitor compliance with ordered restitution payments; determine terms and conditions of probation; monitor compliance of probation.
• Consult with and advise adult diversion staff; approve all dismissals and re-filings sought by adult diversion staff.
• Consult with and advise police department regarding specific cases and general legal policies; respond to police and other enforcement personnel requests for information; advise police or other enforcement personnel on legal matters and procedures.
• Answer questions and provide information to the public regarding policy, procedure and case information; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
• Review City violations of zoning, tax, building safety and nuisance ordinances; file criminal cases regarding ordinance violations; advise and coordinate code enforcement practices and procedures relative to violations.
• Research, draft and propose new legislation or changes to existing legislation as required; recommend improvements in state statutes.
• Attend pretrial conferences with defendants, defense attorneys and judges; represent City in appellate matters; appear before legislative committees; visit incarcerated defendants to negotiate final dispositions of cases; and participate in calendar call with public defender.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Work Experience:

Ten (10) years of legal experience, preferably in municipal law including trial work and legal research experience.

Years of experience are based upon a full-time work schedule (2,080 hours per year). The sum of an applicant’s full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience.

Education:

Requires a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.

Certifications, Licenses, and/or Registrations:

Membership in the State Bar of Arizona, District Court Bar and the Court of Appeals Bar.

Possession of a valid driver’s license.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the following:

• Criminal history background investigation

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

For a complete list of City of Tempe job descriptions go to:

Job Descriptions | City of Tempe, AZ

This position is FLSA Exempt which means employees are not eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time.

Employees in this position are considered confidential.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The City of Tempe is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment