Attorney Supervisor - County Attorney - Civil Division - Health Law Unit

Job Type: Unclassified

Job Classification: 3003 - Attorney Supervisor

Salary Grade: A4

Pay Range

Pay Range: $111,612 - $212,035 Annually 

The Pima County Attorney’s Office is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as the Attorney Supervisor for the Health Law Unit in the Civil Division. Candidates must have demonstrable experience in health law or comparable, preferrable in government and/or business litigation, as well as supervisory experience. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-orientated, personable yet firm, and challenge-ready! 

This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.

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 and leads personnel of a respective unit within the department and provides training, mentoring, and guidance to subordinate staff;

• Supervises staff attorney activities involved in prosecution or defense of a variety of criminal and/or civil cases in Justice Court, Juvenile Court, Superior Court, Federal Court, Appellate Courts, and those who represent County Departments, Commissions, and Councils;

• Assigns, reviews and evaluates the work of subordinate attorneys and provides recommendations to management on hiring and disciplinary action;

• Reviews legal documents, motions, pleadings and briefs, investigative reports, and verifies facts;

• Provides oversight and guidance in preparing litigation, deposing witnesses, witness notification, and conducting bench and jury trials;

• Provides oversight of staff attorney caseloads and resolutions, to include pre-trial, trial, post-trial and appellate practice;

• Oversees negotiations for compromise and settlement of cases, in line with the Department’s policies;

• Oversees preparation of ordinances, resolutions, contracts and leases for consideration by County officials;

• Researches legal questions;

• Prepares legal opinions and advises County officials on a variety of legal matters;

• Carries a reduced caseload in prosecution or defense of a variety of criminal, civil, and/or administrative matters;

• Complies with all rules regulating professional responsibility and monitors/reports staff attorneys for compliance;

• Acts as a role model and maintains the integrity, professionalism, values, and goals of the assigned Department and County.

Minimum Qualifications:

Juris Doctorate AND six (6) years of relevant prosecution, defense, or civil experience.

OR:

One year with Pima County in an Attorney II position.

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.

Selection Procedure: 
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  as part of the selection process.    

Supplemental Information:

Licenses and Certificates: Admission to the Arizona State Bar at time of appointment, which must be maintained in good standing. Valid driver license is  at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is  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. Requires 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.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Frequently operates a computer and other office equipment. Frequently observes details at close range. Frequently speaks to clients, witnesses, and other case involved parties, such as law enforcement agencies and experts in-person and/or on the phone. Regularly works in a professional office setting. Occasionally drives to conduct field work. Occasionally must lift and carry items. Occasionally remains in a stationary position. Occasionally moves about inside an office. This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen. 

Working Conditions: Regular, daily attendance is an essential function for this position. The Attorney Supervisor regularly receives and responds to telephone calls, text messages and emails. The Attorney Supervisor drives to visit clients and witnesses at residence or at jail, and other locations to speak with other case involved parties.

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.