Legal Assistant

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Holidays

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The City Of Goodyear is seeking an experienced legal support professional to coordinate criminal case administration, manage discovery, and prepare court documents. You will liaise with courts, law enforcement, and justice partners to ensure compliance and timely prosecution operations.

The role requires strong organizational skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree or equivalent and relevant certification may be required.
• Minimum five years of experience in a related field.
• Valid Driver's License and ability to become ACJIS certified (in Prosecution).
• Ability to read and comprehend legal documents, motions, pleadings, contracts, and statutes.
• Ability to write legal documents, motions, pleadings, memorandums, and contracts.
• Ability to follow SOPs and exercise independent judgment in prioritizing duties.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate criminal case administration and discovery processes.
• Prepare legal documents and court filings.
• Collaborate with courts, law enforcement, and justice partners.
• Manage case workflows and deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Support process improvements and operational efficiency.
• Provide guidance to junior staff as needed.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Case management

Writing & drafting

Budget & data handling

Interpersonal communication

Decision making

Attention to detail

Education

Two-year degree or equivalent

Tools

BWC systems

Evidence.com

Redaction procedures

Case tracking tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

Provides advanced legal and administrative support to assigned prosecutors through independent coordination of criminal case administration, discovery coordination, legal document preparation, court filings, and collaboration with courts, law enforcement agencies, and justice partners. Serves as the primary coordinator for assigned criminal cases, exercising independent judgment to manage complex case workflows, ensure legal compliance, coordinate with justice partners, and support efficient prosecution operations.

Provides advanced legal and administrative support to assigned prosecutors through independent coordination of criminal case administration, discovery coordination, legal document preparation, court filings, and collaboration with courts, law enforcement agencies, and justice partners. Serves as the primary coordinator for assigned criminal cases, exercising independent judgment to manage complex case workflows, ensure legal compliance, coordinate with justice partners, and support efficient prosecution operations.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced prosecutorial environment. They independently manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, meet critical court deadlines, and maintain accuracy, professionalism, and confidentiality. They possess strong knowledge of legal procedures, criminal case management, and discovery processes, communicate effectively with prosecutors and justice partners, and embrace technology, continuous improvement, and teamwork to support efficient prosecution operations.

At The City Of Goodyear, You Will Be a Part Of An Organization That Values Its Employees As Its Greatest Asset. You Will Become Part Of a Dedicated Team Of Professionals That Are Committed To Build And Maintain a Highly Engaged Workforce. You Will Be Challenged To Learn And Grow In An Environment That Values Employee Development And Career-building. You Will Thrive In a Culture Of Innovation. We Believe That Successful Employees Are Those That Possess These Six Core Values

Adaptability - Integrity - Initiative - Empathy - Optimism – Innovation

Essential Functions

This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following functions do not identify all duties performed by the incumbent. Other duties and responsibilities will be performed as assigned.

• Case Management & Prosecution Support
• Discovery Administration & Legal Compliance
• Legal Document Preparation & Court Administration
• Justice Partner Collaboration
• Operational Support & Process Improvement
• Division Operations & Organizational Support

Requirements

• Formal Education/Knowledge: Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with a two-year associate's degree, diploma or equivalent from a college, technical, business, vocational, or correspondence school. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training.
• Experience: Minimum five years of experience in a related field.
• Certifications and Other Requirements: Valid Driver's License and the ability to become ACJIS certified (in Prosecution).
• Reading: Work requires the ability to read and comprehend legal documents, motions, pleadings, council actions, resolutions and ordinances, contracts, development agreements, policies and procedures, court rules, statutes and various case law.
• Math: Work requires the ability to comprehend and prepare budget requirements, statistical reporting processes, expenditures, and timesheet input procedures.
• Writing: Work requires the ability to write legal documents, motions, pleadings, memorandums, council actions, resolutions or ordinances, contracts, and development agreements.
• Managerial: Job has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others but may provide advice/direction to an employee with less experience/skill or tenure.
• Policy/Decision Making: Moderate - The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. More complex work as well as decisions with more significant impacts may be reviewed prior to being finalized.
• Technical Skills: Broad Application - Work requires the use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization. Limited analysis and independent thinking is utilized.
• Interpersonal/Human Relations Skills: Moderate - In addition to the sharing of information, interactions at this level may also include providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies/procedures. In many of the interactions, contacts may require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.

12 Month Objectives

3 Months – Orientation & Foundational Performance

• Learn division procedures, case management systems, discovery processes, and court workflows.
• Become proficient with BWC systems, Evidence.com, redaction procedures, and case tracking tools.
• Understand disclosure requirements, victim rights responsibilities, and office policies.
• Complete ACJIS certification and demonstrate accurate completion of assigned duties.

6 Months – Independent Performance & Reliability

• Independently manage assigned responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate proficiency in discovery administration, document preparation, case coordination, and deadline management.
• Prepare subpoenas, dockets, reports, and case materials accurately.
• Maintain reliable and organized case records.

9 Months – Advanced Performance & Process Ownership

• Demonstrate independent judgment in managing priorities and resolving routine issues.
• Take ownership of assigned projects and workflow improvements.
• Obtain and organize certified records, prior convictions, DUI reports, and other case documentation.
• Support team operations through collaboration and knowledge sharing.

12 Months – Full Proficiency & Operational Excellence

• Perform essential job functions independently with accuracy, professionalism, and reliability.
• Successfully manage assigned case, discovery, documentation, and operational responsibilities.
• Maintain compliance with legal requirements, court procedures, and office policies.
• Contribute to process improvements and serve as a dependable resource for prosecutors, staff, and justice partners.

The City of Goodyear offers a highly competitive benefits package including:

• Vacation Leave: 14 days per year, increasing with longevity. Goodyear offers an enhanced vacation benefit of recognizing total years of service under all Arizona public retirement systems for accruing vacation.
• Sick Leave: 12 days per year
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year, including one floating holiday the first full pay period of January
• Flexible Holiday: 24 hours per calendar year (prorated based on hire date)
• Health Insurance: Three health plans available to select from at a group rate
• Dental Insurance: Two dental plans available to select from at a group rate
• Vision Insurance: Available at a group rate
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Health Care and Dependent Care accounts available
• Short Term Disability Insurance: City-paid coverage
• Cancer Benefit: City-paid coverage
• Life Insurance: City-paid insurance valued at twice the annual salary ($400,000 maximum); additional life insurance for self and/or dependent is available at employee's cost
• Longevity pay beginning at year six
• Tuition Assistance: $5,250 per calendar year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite wellness center/clinic
• Access to the Goodyear Recreation Center
• Robust employee well-being program
• Free identify theft monitoring and protection with Aura
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan: 2% city match (employee contributes 1%)
• Retirement Health Savings: $22.50 city contribution (employee contributes $12.50 per pay period)
• Retirement: Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined Benefit plan with mandatory city and employee contributions currently at 12.00%. Plan includes Long Term Disability Benefit.