Public Records Specialist: Legal Redaction & Disclosure

State of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick days

Parental leave

Robust retirement program

Job summary

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking a Records Management Specialist to manage complex records, perform redaction, and ensure lawful releases to the public, counsel, and authorities. The role requires cross-training in Public Records Office and Master Records, with emphasis on compliance with State laws.

Responsibilities include maintaining inmate record files, handling requests, and providing guidance on procedures while ensuring confidentiality

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Arizona Revised Statutes, public records laws, and redaction standards.
• Ability to interpret statutes, court documents, and regulations with accuracy.
• Experience in reviewing complex records for legal sufficiency and release.

Responsibilities

• Manage gathering, reviewing, and preparation of complex documents and media.
• Apply redaction protocols and ensure legally sufficient releases.
• Serve as liaison with divisions, counsel, law enforcement, courts, and media on records requests.

Skills

Statute interpretation

Legal documentation

Records management

Confidentiality

Analytical reasoning

Education

Paralegal Degree and/or Certificate

Tools

ACIS

Google Workspace

Redaction software

Job description

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking a Records Management Specialist to manage complex records, perform redaction, and ensure lawful releases to the public, counsel, and authorities. The role requires cross-training in Public Records Office and Master Records, with emphasis on compliance with State laws.

Responsibilities include maintaining inmate record files, handling requests, and providing guidance on procedures while ensuring confidentiality