# Assistant Attorney I/II - Prosecutor — Juneau (CBJ) — Law · Alaska Jobs [← The Board](https://alaskajobs.org/) · [State & local government jobs](https://alaskajobs.org/jobs/government) # Assistant Attorney I/II - Prosecutor Juneau (CBJ) — Law - **Location** — Juneau - **Salary** — $120,515.20 - $137,342.40 Annually - **Type** — Full - **Bargaining unit** — Unrepresented - **Timing** — Year-round - **Posted** — 2026-07-29 - **Source** — City & Borough of Juneau (synced) Description 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 Typical responsibilities include the following: Managing an independent caseload from arraignment through trial and appeal. Appearing regularly in court for hearings, sentencings, and trials. Conducting legal research and drafting motions and briefs. Working closely with law enforcement, victims, witnesses, and the courts. Participating in any court-directed program such as the Coordinated Resources Project (CRP). Sharing rotating on-call responsibilities for weekend arraignments and other urgent legal matters. Minimum Qualifications 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 Supplemental Information 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 [Apply at the source ↗](https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/juneau/jobs/5430090/assistant-attorney-i-ii-prosecutor) ## Express confidential interest Alaska politics is a small world. 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