NATURE OF WORK
Under minimal supervision, performs paraprofessional work of moderate difficulty in a variety of legal secretarial and office duties; this position has department specific responsibility.

(Illustrative Only) Formats and types letters, memoranda, and legal documents for the review, approval and use by an attorney; files documents with the appropriate court or entity; prepares and processes confidential and sensitive legal documents and correspondence; checks and completes legal records, forms and documents; assists in the preparation of statistical and financial reports of grant fund expenditures; may provide input for budget preparation; assist attorneys with the preparations for trials and hearing; responsible for opening and closing cases, prepare and complete disclosure and related case documents; follows up on cases to ensure timely progress; enters data into the computer or database; provides backup to administration when needed; may be required to make travel arrangements for witnesses and/or victims; provides disclosure information to attorneys; schedules appointments and meetings; maintains attorney and court calendars; transcribes meeting and interview notes and recordings; develops and maintains office records and files; sorts, indexes and retrieves forms, correspondence and documents; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned.

Hourly rate for this position has been revised effective 3/4/24.

Knowledge of: Legal principles and procedures; Arizona civil and criminal law and judicial procedures; legal terminology and forms; general office practices and procedures.
Skilled in: The use of the English language, including spelling, punctuation and grammar; creating and prioritizing work assignments to meet time constraints; the preparation of documents and reports; operating various office equipment and word processing; creating and maintaining files; taking and recording notes; meeting and dealing effectively and tactfully with public; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public; maintaining confidentiality; communicating clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to: Effectively respond to phone calls, emails and complaints in a timely manner; plan, prioritizes, manages and responds to multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment; read, write, research, synthesizes data and detailed reports; use modern office equipment and computers; communicate effectively verbally and written; lift up to 5 – 25 lbs.; perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Working Environment: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity; generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking and 20% standing; working at a computer monitor for extended periods required; the job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment.

The YCEBT is a self-funded medical plan administered by BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona (BCBSAZ). The employee is able to select from three (3) medical plan options with six (6) tiers that will best suit the employee's needs, dependents or families.
Plan Option 1: Preferred Provider Option A (PPO) or PPO A 900 deductible with $10.00 Wellness Incentive. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $20 monthly premium reduction.
Plan Option 2: Preferred Provider Option B (PPO) or PPO B 1,200 deductible with $10.00 Wellness Incentive. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $20 monthly premium reduction.
Plan Option 3: High Deductible High Plan - Health Savings Account (HDHP-HSA) or HDHP-HSA with Wellness Incentive.
HDHP-HSA Wellness Incentive for Employee Only option can receives upto $240.00 annual contribution to a Limited Purpose FSA card.
Southwest Service Administrator (SSA) Mexico PPO Health Plan: SSA is available to employees who are enrolled in YCEBT Medical PPO Plan. The SSA Plan pays 100% of hospital, medical, laboratory and prescription drug benefits, to a maximum of $5,000 per person per calendar year ($10,000 for two or more family members).
This position may be retirement eligible, if you have any questions contact Recruitment division at 928-373-1013 for more information.