Dependency Specialist

Posting Date

10 / 02 / 25

Application Deadline

10 / 09 / 25

Pay Range

$20.50 - $33.00 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

Legal Advocate

About the Position

Come be a part of a dynamic, fast-paced legal team as a Dependency Specialist at the Office of the Legal Advocate.

In the role of a Dependency Specialist with our Juvenile Dependency / Severance team, we will count on you to be a multitasker as you support our attorneys by opening / closing cases, identifying possible conflicts, and making sure all case information is accurate.

About Us

We provide high-quality legal representation to our clients while protecting the fundamental rights of every member of the community.

The Office of the Legal Advocate is made up of hard-working and dedicated people who believe in safeguarding the constitutional rights of the indigent clients we serve.

We strive to build a stronger team with every team member we add, because every one of our colleagues plays an integral part in delivering excellent representation.

If your goal is to be part of a dynamic, supportive, and pivotal office, please consider applying to the Office of the Legal Advocate!

Proud to Offer

Work with a greater purpose

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance

Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively

Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

Employee discounts for goods and services

Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

Three years of clerical experience in a legal, court, or justice system environment

High school diploma or GED

We Also Value

An associate's degree

Two years of experience in an indigent defense agency

One year of experience in Juvenile Dependency / Severance

Experience using case management systems (JustWare / iCIS)

Job Contributions

Create, update, and organize hard case files and case management records / files

Identify potential conflicts for the office to ensure the case can be accepted

Research and resolve errors in the case management system to ensure attorneys receive accurate information

Update, track, and report assignments and caseloads to confirm that attorneys carry the appropriate number of cases

Prepare legal and administrative correspondence, documents, and case notes

Review court and case documents to update case files, court calendars, and case management systems

Update and coordinate attorney calendars to avoid scheduling conflicts; arrange for attorney coverage when needed

Serve as backup to other clerk positions, as needed

Working Conditions

Traumatic subject matters (crime scenes, accidents, etc.), frequent interruptions, time pressures, high volumes of work, and handling multiple, complicated, unscheduled, and frequently changing tasks

Accuracy, decision making, concentration / vigilance, teamwork, working in close physical proximity with others, and public contact may be common occurrences

Ability to lift 15-25 pounds from the floor to waist; 15 pounds waist to shoulder or shoulder to overhead; carry 25 pounds 100 feet or push / pull 100 pounds 1000 feet

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.

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