Dependency Specialist

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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. 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 our on-site center 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 a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require Three years of progressively responsible legal, court, justice system, or administrative support-related experience 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 matters (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 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 MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.

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Posting Date 06/18/26 Application Deadline 06/22/26 Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $21.25 - $24.19 hourly Full Pay Range: $21.25 - $33.00 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 Legal Advocate

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