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Job Location(s): Phoenix
Licenses/Certifications:
- Juris Doctorate degree and admission to the State Bar of Arizona
The Civil and Criminal Litigation and Advice Section (“CLA”) provides representation to DES and DCS in civil, administrative, and criminal proceedings. Attorneys appear in court on civil matters and maintain a busy administrative hearing schedule appearing before the DES Office of Appeals, the Office of Administrative Hearings, and the State Personnel Board. CLA also prosecutes individuals who defraud the State through DES public benefits programs.
Attorneys advise DES and DCS on substantive legal issues arising from the social services programs administered by the agencies and on legal matters involving employment law, business operations, contracts and procurement, departmental policies, proposed legislation, proposed rules changes, and public records issues. CLA positions involve the following:
•Analyzing complex and diverse legal issues, conducting associated research, and providing written and oral advice to DES and DCS on a wide variety of subjects.
•Analyzing, applying, and advising the client with regard to various federal regulations and state/federal statutes.
•Drafting pleadings, motions, memoranda, forms, and other legal documents.
For newer attorneys, the position offers the opportunity to learn from more experienced attorneys in a collaborative setting while gaining experience representing clients in administrative hearings and other judicial and quasi-judicial proceedings. For more experienced attorneys, the position offers the opportunity to broaden their knowledge of diverse and challenging areas of law. For all attorneys, the position offers the opportunity for professional development and growth in an environment that is fast-paced, professional, and collegial.
All positions are located in Phoenix. After a probationary period and with supervisor approval, a hybrid telework work environment may be available.
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Benefits:
The Attorney General’s Office offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
- Sick leave
- Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
- Health and dental insurance
- Retirement plan
- Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
- Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.
Retirement:
- Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
- Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
