Initial Services Assistant
Initial Services Assistant
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Job Description
Posting Date
04/04/25Application Deadline
04/08/25Pay Range
$20.50 $32.00 hourlySalary offers are based on the candidates 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
UnclassifiedDepartment
Public DefenderAbout the Position
Are you passionate about justice and the power of advocacy Do you want to directly impact lives not from behind a desk but in the field
Were seeking a dedicated bilingual (Spanish) individual to join us in a vital role. Youll be visiting incustody clients in Maricopa County jails meticulously reviewing discovery performing notaries and delivering crucial paperwork.
This is a unique opportunity to empower individuals during a critical time in their lives and ensure their right to a fair defense. If youre driven by service and want to make a tangible difference we encourage you to apply.
About Us
With over 400 employees the Office of the Public Defender is the largest of the five indigent defense offices in Maricopa County. We are also one of the largest public defender offices in the country. Our office provides innovative clientcentered legal representation in the full range of criminal matters to clients unable to afford legal counsel. Our attorneys and staff are dedicated to treating our clients with respect and dignity as we defend their constitutional rights in a court of law. This is a fastpaced department with an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional worklife balance with the option of either an alternative schedule or the ability to complete documentation while teleworking from home
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Lowcost highvalue healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits including access to our upcoming onsite 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
Three years of legal court or justice systemrelated experience
High school diploma or GED
A combination of postsecondary education and/or jobrelated experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a yearforyear basis
Intermediate bilingual (English/Spanish) skills (speaking reading and writing)
Notary Public or the ability to become a Notary Public upon hire
We Also Value
Experience conducting facetoface client interviews in a social service or criminal justice setting
Job Contributions
Review discovery (audio video CDs police reports etc. which can be graphic and sensitive in nature with incustody clients at all Maricopa County jail locations and outofcustody clients at the office; may be required to translate and interpret discovery for Spanishspeaking clients
Travel to Maricopa County jail locations to deliver pick up and review caserelated documents obtain confidential information and signatures of inmates on behalf of attorneys
Communicate criminal justice system information and answer procedural inquiries in person and over the telephone
Coordinate daily activities such as recording docket information dividing workload filing interview sheets and tracking workload in the case management system
Prepare informational documents forms letters and statistical data
Demonstrate continuous efforts to improve operations decrease turnaround times and streamline work processes while working cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless client service
Serve as a Notary Public for the office
Working Conditions
This position may include exposure to traumatic subject matter (crime scenes accidents etc.
Work inside all Maricopa County jails
Must possess or obtain a valid Arizona drivers license upon hire
This position offers flexibility with alternative schedules and the option to complete documentation while working from home typically at the end of the day after fieldwork. Please note that the role primarily involves working in Maricopa County jails and telework or alternative schedules are available based on business needs. You can choose either an alternative schedule or the ability to telework at the end of the day but not both.
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 preemployment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safetysensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
