Administrative Specialist

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
301 West Jefferson Street (Show on map)
Mar 25, 2025
Posting Date 03/25/25 Application Deadline 04/02/25 Pay Range $19.75 - $29.00 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 County Attorney About the Position The Administrative Specialist is responsible for providing specialized support to attorneys, paralegals, and legal support specialists within the Division. About Us The Civil Services Division of the Maricopa County Attorney's Office serves as a law firm that provides legal representation and advice to the Maricopa County government, including its elected officials, departments, and employees. Our work involves defending legal actions, lawsuits, and claims brought against County entities, including Section 1983, tort, election, and tax litigation. We also provide legal advice to County officials on various public law topics. Additionally, we process public records requests for the Maricopa County Attorney. Our division has four practice groups: Litigation; Government Advice & Elected Officials; Human Resources, Behavioral Health, & Probate Group; and Appeals, Election Law, Public Records, & Tax. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid 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 experience performing office, administrative, and clerical duties High school diploma or GED Post-secondary education may substitute for six months of the experience requirement We Also Value Specialized clerical or technical experience in a law office, judicial, or law enforcement environment Job Contributions Provide specialized clerical and technical support in processing public records requests. Identify, review, and redact digital and print records, including body-worn camera footage, recorded interviews, 9-1-1 calls, photos, and other case file materials. Conduct thorough reviews of redacted records to ensure accuracy and completeness. Take direction from paralegals and attorneys regarding redacting records. Prepare and process specialized paperwork and data entry tasks sometimes requiring confidentiality and with strict deadlines. Utilize computer to look up and retrieve case information from various internal and external databases. Prepare documents and digital files for disclosure to the public. Assist with special projects including photocopying and interacting with internal and external customers. Utilize calendaring programs and organize electronic files. Utilize various redaction software and related tools to complete assigned tasks efficiently. Comply with relevant legal rules, statutes, and office processes related to public records. Some positions may occasionally require the use of skills to provide English/Spanish translation. Monitor high-volume telephone line Working Conditions Office setting in high volume, fast-paced environment. Requires long periods of sitting while completing computer activities May be required to travel to and from various County locations for meetings and trainings, utilizing personal or County vehicles Ability to move up to 20 pounds floor to waist and push/pull up to 20 pounds at a distance of up to 100 feet After a successful six-month period after hire, employees are eligible to telework up to 16 hours per week with supervisor approval. The ability to telework depends on the employee's position and business needs. 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!