Conditional – Prosecutor

Conditional Hire – Prosecutor I

Maricopa County is seeking a talented law student to join our team. Ready to begin your legal career? Join us! As a prosecutor, the successful candidate will prosecute criminal cases for the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office and provide competent legal advice and services.

• Posting Date: 10/03/25
• Final date to receive applications: 03/01/26
• Pay Range: $82,250 - $106,375 annually
• Job Type: Classified
• Department:
  County Attorney

Applicants must be third‑year law students who will take the Arizona Bar Exam in February 2026. The position is a Conditional Hire – Prosecutor I and will be offered a full‑time Prosecutor I position conditioned on the following:

• A successful score on the February 2026 bar exam
• Clearance through MCAO’s attorney background process, including a drug screen
• Submission of all character and fitness materials to the State Bar of Arizona no later than December 31, 2025
• Achieving an 85 or higher on the MPRE by the time bar results are received
• Availability of a Prosecutor I vacancy at the time the applicant receives an Arizona bar number

Conditional hires will start as law clerks shortly after the February 2026 bar exam, compensated at $22.00 per hour through a third‑party employer and expected to work a 40‑hour week. Upon receipt of the bar number and placement in a Prosecutor I vacancy, compensation will change to the full prosecutor salary, with an initial salary of $82,250 annually and a range of $82,250 to $106,375.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer
• Loan Repayment Assistance Program 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 the on‑site Maricopa County Kids Club
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System with a 12% monthly contribution and 100% employer match on Day 1

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
• Demonstrated interest in criminal prosecution during law school through internships, externships, employment, volunteering, or clinical experiences with a criminal prosecution agency
• Successful applicants must submit online applications through Workday
• Pass a pre‑employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing for safety‑sensitive positions

• Discuss and present analyses of legal issues
• Conduct trials, present oral arguments, and cover court
• Interview witnesses regarding facts in the prosecution of cases
• Research and analyze legal issues using both computerized legal research and hard copy tools
• Compose memoranda and pleadings concerning legal issues of concern
• Maintain professional relationships with victims, witnesses, law enforcement agencies, and community members
• Negotiate the just resolution of assigned cases and comply with victims’ rights

• Office and courtroom setting
• Ability to move up to 20 pounds; sit, stand, and work for extended periods
• Ability to travel to various County locations using personal or County‑owned vehicles

• 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, including drug and alcohol testing for safety‑sensitive positions

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

Submit your application through Workday and include all requested documents.