New

Legal Support Clerk

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
301 West Jefferson Street (Show on map)
Jun 18, 2025
Posting Date 06/17/25 Application Deadline 06/21/25 Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $19.75 - $22.44 hourly Full Pay Range: $19.75 - $30.50 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Unclassified Department County Attorney About the Position Are you a highly motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Do you seek a rewarding career in the Criminal Justice Field where you can directly support crime victims? If so, consider joining our dynamic team of legal and advocacy professionals as a Legal Support Clerk! In this vital role, you'll perform essential clerical duties to support Victim Services, including processing administrative and court related tasks, providing statutory notifications, managing database information, and communicating criminal justice updates to victims. You'll also have the opportunity to assist with special projects and contribute to the training of new staff. If you're ready to embrace a role that provides a direct path to supporting those in need, we encourage you to apply today and join our mission! About Us We believe in integrity. We believe in justice for all. And we are proud to deliver high-quality prosecution, comprehensive victims' services, crime prevention programs, and more to the residents of Maricopa County. If you would like to utilize your talents and skills to stand up for Maricopa County, apply today, and join our team! Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require Two years of administrative experience High school diploma or GED Post-secondary education may substitute for the minimum experience on a year-for-year basis We Also Value The ability to read/write/speak fluently in both English and Spanish Job Contributions Works with a team to support crime victims Enters and retrieves case information from various databases Performs statistical data collection and tracking of information Researches and communicates case information Provides reception relief/coverage; answers multi-line telephone - answers general information questions, transfers calls, takes detailed messages, and returns calls Reviews an electronic minute entry folder. Retrieves and distributes electronic pleadings and minute entries. Retrieves and distributes data-based reminders Generates notifications as required by Victims' Rights statutes Prepares cases for assignment and generates corresponding case-related documents Develops and maintains positive and productive working relationships with co-workers, advocates, prosecutors, leadership and crime victims using principles of good customer service Communicates court hearing information to victims Victim contact to inform of case-related events Assists in training new Legal support assistants Responds to victim inquiries in coordination with Victim Services staff Prepares, processes, and uploads Post-Conviction Forms into the database Assists with special projects and reports Assists with redaction Attends monthly Victim Compensation Board meetings and takes minutes at the meeting Enters decisions rendered by the Victim Compensation Board Enters applications in a specialized data system and creates/assigns Victim Compensation cases Updates the Victim Compensation Board Meeting Agenda and Public Notice Maintains compliance with the Victim Compensation Program rules Complies with grant requirements and meets programmatic deadlines Work in the presence of or with a trained canine that comforts victims Working Conditions Mostly office setting-cubicles in an open floor plan Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment Requires long periods of sitting/standing at the desk/computer Ability to demonstrate attention to detail and perform duties at 90% accuracy Ability to travel to and from various county locations for meetings and trainings, utilizing personal or county vehicle Ability to lift/carry/move items weighing up to 25 pounds Exposure to graphic and violent materials Valid Arizona driver's license upon hire The Maricopa County Attorney's Office requires a thorough background check of all successful candidates and is authorized to test prospective employees for the presence of illegally accessed drugs. Drug testing is conducted once an offer has been extended and prior to placement A hybrid or alternative work schedule can be considered after your first 6 months of employment. This is based on the business needs at the time of the request Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. Apply Now!