Justice System Clerk Senior
Justice System Clerk Senior
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Job Description
Posting Date
04/10/25Application Deadline
04/14/25Pay 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 Defense ServicesAbout the Position
Are you a highly organized and communicative individual ready to take on a pivotal role within the Arizona Judicial System
As a Senior Justice System Clerk youll be at the forefront ensuring the timely and accurate assignment of legal counsel or guardians ad litem for indigent clients across diverse County courts. This isnt just clerical work its a dynamic position where your keen attention to detail and exceptional communication skills are essential for the smooth functioning of justice.
If youre seeking a challenging and rewarding career in a fastpaced legal environment we invite you to apply.
About Us
The Maricopa County Office of Public Defense Services assigns and oversees private attorneys contracted to represent indigent individuals in criminal delinquency dependency mental health and probate matters. We provide administrative support financial oversight integrated technology solutions and HR support to all five of Maricopa Countys Indigent Representation offices (Public Defender Legal Defender Legal Advocate Public Advocate and Contract Counsel) in an effort to ensure indigent individuals have their fundamental legal rights protected and receive quality legal representation.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional worklife balance with hybrid work schedule options
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 fulltime legal court or justice system administrative 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
We Also Value
One year of experience using Integrated Compliance Court Information System (ICIS)
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook
Job Contributions
Receives requests and makes attorney assignments in accordance with contractual guidelines
Researches miscellaneous case information using the department case management system (CACE) and ICIS
Creates assignments and enters payment information in CACE
Notifies Maricopa County courts of the assignments appropriately and promptly
Reviews court minute entries to reconcile assignment and payment requests
Maintains attorney assignment statistics
Answers questions regarding the Office of Public Defense Services (OPDS) and court procedures from contract attorneys vendors courts and indigent clients
Attends meetings and training regarding changes of court protocol
Provides coverage forother assignment desks as assigned
Serves as receptionist by answering phone inquiries sorting and distributing mail greeting visitors and maintaining vendor correspondence as requested
Working Conditions
Indoor office setting often high volume extended periods sitting at a computer inputting or reviewing data
Unscheduled and frequently changing tasks decisionmaking concentration/vigilance and public contact are frequent occurrences
Upon successful completion of initial training this position has the option to choose among several hybrid schedule options including the potential to work up to 5 days from home each pay period
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
