Legal Supervisor

Maricopa County Department of Correctional Health Services

Phoenix, AZ, US
Base: $63,000 - $96,350 annually; bonus/equity: no...
Hybrid
5 years legal assistant or paralegal experience
1 year supervisory experience in legal environment
Associate degree in paralegal studies or legal studies
This position oversees the daily operations of CHS-Forensic Services and supervises the Forensic Contract Supervisor and three Forensic Services Specialists

Job Summary

  • This position oversees the daily operations of CHS-Forensic Services and supervises the Forensic Contract Supervisor and three Forensic Services Specialists.
  • The role serves as the primary point of contact for all legal matters, ensuring departmental compliance with legal mandates and court-ordered deadlines.
  • Employees receive exceptional benefits including tuition reimbursement, on-site child care, and a defined retirement benefit with a 100% employer match.

Matching Summary

This position oversees the daily operations of CHS-Forensic Services and supervises the Forensic Contract Supervisor and three Forensic Services Specialists.

Salary

Base: $63,000 - $96,350 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Tuition reimbursement, retirement match, child care, wellness program

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5 years legal assistant or paralegal experience
  • 1 year supervisory experience in legal environment
  • Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or Legal Studies
  • Valid Arizona driver's license
  • Experience with complex discovery requests

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with correctional healthcare administrative duties
  • Background in civil litigation courtroom clerk roles
  • Ability to work in hybrid and alternative schedules
  • Strong collaboration with diverse stakeholders
  • Interest in continuous improvement initiatives

Key Requirements

  • Associate degree or higher in Paralegal/Legal Studies
  • Certificate from Legal Assistant or Paralegal program
  • Five years of experience as Legal Assistant or Paralegal
  • One year of lead or supervisory experience
  • Valid Arizona driver's license upon hire

Work Rights

Must pass fingerprint background check and maintain MCSO jail access

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