Assistant Attorney I/II - Prosecutor

Looking for a courtroom-focused litigation position where you can make an immediate impact? 

The City and Borough of Juneau Law Department is seeking an attorney to join its criminal prosecution team.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The Assistant Attorney I/II is primarily dedicated to criminal prosecution, handling misdemeanor offenses including driving under the influence, larceny, assault, code enforcement, and other municipal crimes. From arraignments through jury trials, this position manages an independent caseload alongside another Assistant Attorney, appears regularly in court, and works closely with the Juneau Police Department and other justice partners to promote public safety.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for an attorney who is committed to public service, demonstrates sound judgment and high ethical standards, and enjoys working in a collaborative environment. The successful applicant will be self-motivated, able to work independently with minimal supervision, eager to learn local municipal and Alaska law, and comfortable in a fast-paced, paperless environment. Strong legal research, decision-making, and case management skills are essential. 

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

The Juneau Law Department is a close-knit team of attorneys and paralegals handling approximately 1,100 criminal cases annually. The position offers substantial courtroom experience, meaningful responsibility from day one, and the opportunity to develop as a trial attorney while helping to protect the community. Prosecutors enjoy a practice focused on litigation and public service without the demands of billable hours.

WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION

This position is located in the heart of downtown Juneau between the mountains and the sea. Our office supports a healthy work-life balance with a standard Monday through Friday schedule and shared rotation of on-call responsibilities for weekend arraignments. Beyond the courtroom, Juneau offers an unmatched outdoor lifestyle with glaciers, mountains, hiking, skiing, boating, fishing, and abundant wildlife all within easy reach of the office.

RETIREMENT AND BENEFITS

This role offers a competitive salary package that includes the opportunity for regular pay increases, 13 paid holidays a year, an excellent health insurance program (medical, dental, vision and orthodontia care options), paid leave, and retirement credit through PERS (Public Employees’ Retirement System). We value the health and well-being of our employees. The CBJ provides free parking, paid time off for parent-teacher conferences, childcare subsidies, the ability to participate in a robust wellness program that includes discounts to CBJ recreational centers and local fitness programs, free bi-annual health screenings, free flu shots, and healthy living challenges and webinars to assist you with achieving work/life balance. For more details about benefits, please visit the following url:  https://juneau.org/human-resources/benefits

Typical responsibilities include the following:

Desired Qualifications
Positions in this class are partially exempt, but the following desirable qualifications are recommended: 

Assistant Attorney I - Range 322 ($120,515.20 Annually)

Education: Juris Doctorate required
Experience: Experience as a legal intern or clerk is preferred. 
Other: Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Alaska and be a member in good standing of the Alaska Bar.

Assistant Attorney II - Range 324 ($137,342.40 Annually)

Education: Juris Doctorate required
Experience: Four (4) years of professional level legal experience as an attorney; is preferred. 
Other: Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Alaska and be a member in good standing of the Alaska Bar.
 
All Levels: The selected candidate must have unquestioned ethics and personal integrity.  All information provided by the candidate will be verified. Candidates who materially misrepresent any information provided in the employment process will be excluded from consideration or dismissed if already employed.

APSIN Clearance
Please be aware – this position works directly with CBJ systems that may include assistance with a department’s Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN).  This requires the incumbent to submit to a pre-employment fingerprint based criminal history background check.  Due to the sensitive nature of this position, and required access to APSIN, an applicant with adult criminal convictions will not move forward in the recruitment and selection process. DPS will deny security clearance for any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in this state or another jurisdiction, or who may be a fugitive from justice. Additionally, security clearance will be withdrawn if DPS discovers that material information was falsified or omitted at the time of the initial application for security clearance. Final offer of employment is contingent on obtaining DPS security clearance. Background Check Authority: AS 12.62 and 13 AAC 68.215

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED INFORMATION

At the time of application, applicants are required to submit a cover letter and transcripts (if applicable).

The Assistant Attorney is within the partially exempt service and serves at the pleasure of the City Attorney.  Applications and resumes received are subject to public disclosure.

APPLICATION REVIEW

This position is open until filled. We have one vacancy to fill. We are reviewing applicants and inviting qualified individuals to participate in our selection process as they apply. If you have applied after the vacant position is filled, you will be notified. We encourage all applicants who are interested in this position to apply in a timely fashion.

The initial application review date is August 5, 2026.

HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO

Hiring Manager:  Junnie Chup, Legal Operations Manager

Phone Number: (907) 586-5242

Email:  junnie.chup@juneau.gov

Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.

Education 
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.

Work Experience
If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.  

If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.  

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

Application Assistance

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EEO Statement

The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call (907) 586-5250 or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at employment@juneau.gov or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.