Deputy County Attorney I - Criminal
UTAH COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone: (801) 851-8158
Fax: (801) 851-8166 Email: humanresources@UtahCounty.gov
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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
The County Attorney's Office protects Utah County by vigorously prosecuting and investigating crime, compassionately assisting crime victims, and by providing the highest quality legal representation to Utah County Government.
Posting Date: July 2, 2026 Closing Date: *Open Until Filled
*All applications received by July 9, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST will be screened by the Human Resources Office. Those applicants meeting the specified qualifications and additional screening criteria will be referred for a hiring interview. The Human Resource Office will continue to consider qualified candidates as needed until the position is filled
POSITION: Deputy County Attorney I - Criminal POSTING #: 2711-0726sr
The Opportunity:
Under general guidance and direction of the assigned supervisor and according to the Utah County Attorney Policies and Procedures, performs duties as assigned within the functional divisions of the Attorney’s office. This recruitment is specifically intended to hire attorneys in the Criminal Division. Duties may include prosecuting criminal offenses and providing legal counsel and advice on matters of civil law. Assignments are made at the sole discretion of the County Attorney and may be modified at any time.
Grade: 731
Pay Range: $104,145.60 - $137,633.60 Annually
Schedule: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday
Job Qualifications:
1. Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
1. Applicants must possess and maintain valid membership in the Utah State Bar Association.
OR
1. Applicants must possess valid licensure in an out-of-state Bar Association with rights to practice in Utah per the Judicial Council Code of the Judicial Administration, and if selected, must obtain valid membership in the Utah State Bar Association during the probationary period for new hires or during the trial period for promoted County employees. Incumbents must maintain valid licensure during employment.
2. Applicants awaiting BAR exam or admittance may be considered in selected process.
Click https://hr.utahcounty.gov/cms/uploads/Deputy_County_Attorney_I_2711_eff7cf364b.pdf for a full job description
Benefits Package Includes:
100% paid premiums for health insurance
Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k)
Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)
Pre-tax savings Health Savings Account (HSA)
Fourteen (14) paid Holidays
Dental and Vision Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
AAP/EEO Statement
It is the policy of Utah County Government to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic status of gender identity.