Receptionist

Phoenix, NM - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 17 - 25

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Posting Date

02/18/26

Application Deadline

02/21/26

Pay Range

Anticipated Hiring Range: $17.50- $21.50 hourly
Full Pay Range: $17.50 - $25.50 hourly

Salary 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

Unclassified

Department

Public Defender

About the Position

Are you a natural communicator with excellent listening skills Do you have a positive attitude and a passion for helping others Are you a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment If so we want to hear from you!

As the first point of contact for our office our receptionists create a welcoming experience for callers and visitors provide top-notch customer service and efficiently manage clerical tasks.

If youre highly motivated and ready to make an impact wed love to have you join our team! Apply today and help us deliver exceptional service to our clients and guests.

About Us

With over 470 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 client-centered 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 fast-paced 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 work-life balance
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 on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
Paid vacation sick time and parental leave
Extensive wellness program including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
Want to learn more about the Countys Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us Maricopa County AZ

We Require

Six months of clerical experience
High School Diploma or GED

We Also Value

Multi-line telephone system experience
Basic skills in Windows and Microsoft Office including Word Excel Outlook and Edge
Prior work experience in a legal or criminal justice-related setting
Bilingual skills (English/Spanish)

Job Contributions

Manage a high volume of incoming calls on a multi-line phone system screen direct and transfer calls and answer caller inquiries within the realm of authority
Greet visitors and direct walk-in traffic
Monitor visitor building access and access badges
Sort mail and packages for pick-up and distribution throughout the office
Electronically accesses court records and case information to answer inquiries from internal and external customers
Perform miscellaneous clerical tasks; process no complaints filed cases and close them out in the case management system.

Working Conditions

Works regularly in a standard office environment requiring the ability to sit and perform duties on a computer for long periods of time
Interruptions time pressures high volume of work handling multiple or complex tasks accuracy concentration/vigilance teamwork public contact and working with criminal defendants may be constant tasks frequently changing tasks decision making and working in close physical proximity with others may be frequent occurrences

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!

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Posting Date02/18/26Application Deadline02/21/26Pay RangeAnticipated Hiring Range: $17.50- $21.50 hourlyFull Pay Range: $17.50 - $25.50 hourlySalary offers are based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is ...