County Attorney Jobs in Arizona
County Attorney jobs in Arizona are concentrated in Phoenix, Tucson, and Mesa, where Maricopa County, Pima County, and the City of Phoenix legal departments maintain large and active rosters of civil and criminal attorneys. The most consistent demand is in criminal prosecution, civil litigation, and child welfare law, with openings at every level from junior deputy county attorney to division chief. Arizona's fast-growing population keeps the caseload expanding, making this one of the more active public-sector legal markets in the Southwest. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Department - County AttorneyJob Description
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Job Type: Classified
Job Classification: 5480 - Legal Office Supervisor
Salary Grade: 12
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $28.85 - $34.25 Per Hour
Pay Range: $28.85 - $39.96 Per Hour
Range Explanation:
Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.
The first review of applications will be on 09/25/2026.
The Pima County Attorney’s Office is seeking a motivated professional to join our Criminal Division’s Felony Unit as a Legal Office Supervisor. This position will supervise, train, mentor, and support legal support staff assigned to the Charging Unit, which includes Grand Jury, Initial Appearances, Priors, and Redactions.
The Legal Office Supervisor will oversee daily workflow and staff assignments, assist with employee development and performance, and help ensure efficient and consistent legal support operations within the unit. The position will work closely with attorneys, supervisors, and division leadership to coordinate operational needs, address workflow and staffing issues, and support the effective delivery of services. The position will also assist with operational planning, process improvements, special projects, and other assignments as needed.
Essential Functions:
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification 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. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
Supervises, trains, and evaluates staff to ensure effective and efficient legal support operations;
Manages daily workflow and caseloads to maintain operational efficiency and meet deadlines;
Collaborates with leadership in strategic planning to improve division performance and service delivery;
Ensures accurate preparation and processing of legal documents, including complaints, motions, and disclosures, in support of attorneys;
Oversees and trains staff in proper use of document management systems and electronic filing procedures across various courts;
Researches and compiles daily, weekly, and monthly performance metrics and reports for internal use and decision-making;
Schedules and conducts job interviews, performance evaluations, and employee development plans;
Trains staff in the use of legal case management systems to ensure consistent and accurate documentation;
Coordinates file closeouts and ensures compliance with legal and procedural requirements;
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of court procedures and legal office operations to support accurate staff guidance.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in legal studies, criminal justice, business or public administration, political science or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
OR:
Three years with Pima County in a Paralegal or related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications : (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
Experience developing or implementing procedures, workflow improvements, staff training, or other operational improvements.
Experience coordinating staff assignments, workflow, and deadlines in a high-volume work environment.
Minimum two (2) years of experience supervising, leading, or training staff in a legal, criminal justice, court, or similar professional environment.
Experience working in a prosecutor’s office, public defense office, court, law enforcement agency, or other legal environment.
Experience with criminal case management systems, electronic court filing systems, and/or legal document processing.
S election Proce dure :
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information:
Licenses and Certificates : Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
Special Notice Items : The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. Some positions may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems. Pima County determines whether a position is eligible for visa sponsorship at the time of recruitment. Eligibility is based on the requirements of the position and applicable laws and regulations. Not all positions with Pima County are eligible for visa sponsorship.
Physical/Sensory Requirements : Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.
Working Conditions : Working conditions will be determined by the position.
EEO Information : Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Description Summary
Department - County AttorneyJob Description
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Job Type: Classified
Job Classification: 5480 - Legal Office Supervisor
Salary Grade: 12
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $28.85 - $34.25 Per Hour
Pay Range: $28.85 - $39.96 Per Hour
Range Explanation:
Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.
The first review of applications will be on 09/25/2026.
The Pima County Attorney’s Office is seeking a motivated professional to join our Criminal Division’s Felony Unit as a Legal Office Supervisor. This position will supervise, train, mentor, and support legal support staff assigned to the Charging Unit, which includes Grand Jury, Initial Appearances, Priors, and Redactions.
The Legal Office Supervisor will oversee daily workflow and staff assignments, assist with employee development and performance, and help ensure efficient and consistent legal support operations within the unit. The position will work closely with attorneys, supervisors, and division leadership to coordinate operational needs, address workflow and staffing issues, and support the effective delivery of services. The position will also assist with operational planning, process improvements, special projects, and other assignments as needed.
Essential Functions:
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification 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. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
Supervises, trains, and evaluates staff to ensure effective and efficient legal support operations;
Manages daily workflow and caseloads to maintain operational efficiency and meet deadlines;
Collaborates with leadership in strategic planning to improve division performance and service delivery;
Ensures accurate preparation and processing of legal documents, including complaints, motions, and disclosures, in support of attorneys;
Oversees and trains staff in proper use of document management systems and electronic filing procedures across various courts;
Researches and compiles daily, weekly, and monthly performance metrics and reports for internal use and decision-making;
Schedules and conducts job interviews, performance evaluations, and employee development plans;
Trains staff in the use of legal case management systems to ensure consistent and accurate documentation;
Coordinates file closeouts and ensures compliance with legal and procedural requirements;
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of court procedures and legal office operations to support accurate staff guidance.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in legal studies, criminal justice, business or public administration, political science or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
OR:
Three years with Pima County in a Paralegal or related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications : (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
Experience developing or implementing procedures, workflow improvements, staff training, or other operational improvements.
Experience coordinating staff assignments, workflow, and deadlines in a high-volume work environment.
Minimum two (2) years of experience supervising, leading, or training staff in a legal, criminal justice, court, or similar professional environment.
Experience working in a prosecutor’s office, public defense office, court, law enforcement agency, or other legal environment.
Experience with criminal case management systems, electronic court filing systems, and/or legal document processing.
S election Proce dure :
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information:
Licenses and Certificates : Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
Special Notice Items : The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. Some positions may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems. Pima County determines whether a position is eligible for visa sponsorship at the time of recruitment. Eligibility is based on the requirements of the position and applicable laws and regulations. Not all positions with Pima County are eligible for visa sponsorship.
Physical/Sensory Requirements : Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.
Working Conditions : Working conditions will be determined by the position.
EEO Information : Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in county attorney jobs across Arizona.
- Active Arizona State Bar membership in good standing required
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school required
- Experience in criminal prosecution, civil litigation, or government law preferred
- Demonstrated ability to manage an independent caseload in a high-volume environment
- Strong written and oral advocacy skills for Arizona trial and appellate courts
- Familiarity with Arizona Rules of Criminal Procedure and Arizona Revised Statutes
County Attorney Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a county attorney in Arizona?
To become a county attorney in Arizona, you must earn a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school and pass the Arizona bar exam administered by the State Bar of Arizona. Upon passing, you apply for admission and maintain an active license in good standing. Most county attorney offices then hire through a competitive application process, with criminal law or civil litigation coursework and clinical experience strengthening your candidacy significantly.
Which companies hire county attorneys in Arizona?
Arizona county attorney roles are posted by Yavapai County Government, COCONINO COUNTY, AZ, and Pima County and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Maricopa and Pima counties operate the largest public-sector legal offices in the state and post openings across criminal, civil, and family law divisions on a rolling basis.
Which Arizona cities have the most county attorney jobs?
Prescott, Tucson, and Flagstaff account for the most county attorney openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates due to Maricopa County's size and the concentration of state agencies and municipal legal offices, while Tucson reflects Pima County's steady demand, and smaller cities like Mesa and Flagstaff generate openings tied to fast-growing municipal governments and regional county offices.
Are there remote county attorney jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. County attorney work is largely court-based and client-facing, which limits remote arrangements. About 50% of county attorney openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those postings tend to involve legal research, appellate writing, or administrative roles rather than active trial or courtroom duties.
How can I get hired as a county attorney in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a deputy county attorney position at a large county office such as the Maricopa County Attorney's Office or the Pima County Attorney's Office, both of which run new attorney hiring programs targeting recent bar admittees. Law school clinical work in prosecution, public defense, or government law builds directly transferable experience. Candidates who complete the Arizona Attorney General's honors program or a judicial clerkship in an Arizona superior court also gain a meaningful edge when applying.
Where can I find and apply to county attorney jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to county attorney jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your practice area and experience level, then apply directly to each employer through the posting.
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