Dependency Specialist

Maricopa County; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Excellent work-life balance

Growth opportunities within Maricopa C

Low-cost, high-value healthcare foryou

Child care benefits

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental

Wellness program with incentives

Arizona State Retirement System with

Job summary

Maricopa County is seeking a Dependency Specialist in the Office of the Legal Advocate. You will support attorneys by opening/closing cases, identifying conflicts, and maintaining accurate case information in a fast-paced juvenile dependency environment.

The role emphasizes multitasking, case management, and collaboration with a dynamic legal team, with overtime opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible clerical experience in a legal, court, or justice system environment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Post-secondary education may substitute for up to two years of the experience requirement.
• 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 (JuNe/iCIS).

Responsibilities

• Creates, updates, and organizes hard case files and case management records/files.
• Identifies potential conflicts for the office to ensure the case can be accepted.
• Researches and resolves errors in the case management system to ensure attorneys receive accurate information.
• Updates, tracks, and reports assignments and caseloads to confirm attorneys carry the appropriate number of cases.
• Prepares legal and administrative correspondence, documents, and case notes.
• Reviews court and case documents to update case files, court calendars, and case management systems.
• Updates and coordinates attorney calendars to avoid scheduling conflicts; arranges for attorney coverage when needed.
• Serves as backup to other clerk positions, as needed

Skills

Clerical experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary education substitute for up to 2 years experience

Associate’s degree

Two years of indigent defense agency experience

One year of Juvenile Dependency/Severance experience

Tools

JuNe/iCIS

Job description

Application Deadline 11/04/26

Pay Range $21.25 - $34.50 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 as 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
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to the 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 an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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Requirements

• Three years of progressively responsible clerical experience in a legal, court, or justice system environment
• High school diploma or GED
• Post-secondary education may substitute for up to two years of the experience requirement
• 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 (JuNe/iCIS)

Job Contributions

• Creates, updates, and organizes hard case files and case management records/files
• Identifies potential conflicts for the office to ensure the case can be accepted
• Researches and resolves errors in the case management system to ensure attorneys receive accurate information
• Updates, tracks, and reports assignments and caseloads to confirm attorneys carry the appropriate number of cases
• Prepares legal and administrative correspondence, documents, and case notes
• Reviews court and case documents to update case files, court calendars, and case management systems
• Updates and coordinates attorney calendars to avoid scheduling conflicts; arranges for attorney coverage when needed
• Serves as backup to other clerk positions, as needed

Working Conditions

Traumatic subject matter (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

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.

Who is Maricopa County?

We are Maricopa County.

Who is that, you may ask?

Forbes has rated Maricopa County one of Arizona’s Best Employers in 2024. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home. Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it! Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. Thinking about career options, then please think about us! We are Maricopa County, and we are looking forward to working with you.