LEGAL SPECIALIST

Legal SpecialistReady to dive into a dynamic role where your skills directly impact justice and public safety? The City is looking for a talented and enthusiastic Legal Specialist to join our fast-paced legal team!The ideal candidate is skilled with legal processes and organization; possesses a keen eye for detail; and collaborates effectively within a legal team.Legal Specialist duties include:Organize legal documents and files, including preparing for trials and hearings.Utilize specialized computer databases and software, including preparing reports and legal research.Serve as a point of contact between attorneys, defendants, witnesses, and other agencies.Ensure clear communication throughout legal process.Maintain legal software, troubleshoot issues, and train others on system functions.Handle data entry, reports, evidence, and disclosures.QualificationsA high school diploma or GED, plus some paralegal coursework.Considerable experience in a law office or a similar administrative support role.OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.A valid driver's license.Special QualificationsAbility to pass an extensive background investigation.Possession of Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) Level B Certification issued by the Criminal Justice Services Bureau at hire.Commissioned as a Notary Public in the State of Arizona based on department need.Must meet and maintain all training and education requirements for the position.Valid Driver's License of appropriate class.NOTE: This position requires extreme confidentiality.Lake Havasu City offers an exceptional benefits package for full-time (FTE) employees:Employer provided Medical/Rx Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO) or Health Savings Plan (HSP)Dental/VisionWellness ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Account/Health Savings AccountEmployer Provided Basic Life InsuranceOptional Additional Life InsuranceOptional Insurance-Critical Illness, Hospitalization, Indemnity11 Paid Holidays AnnuallyBereavement LeaveGenerous PTO ProgramShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityOpportunities for advancementState Retirement SystemOptional Deferred CompensationTuition ReimbursementService AwardsLake Havasu City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.Applicants for employment opportunities should be aware of the Lake Havasu City policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the City's Drug Free Workplace Policy. All positions within the City are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment.The City reserves the right to consider only the most highly qualified applicants. The succeeding examination processes may be required: training and experience, testing, panel interview, employment eligibility verification (EEV) requirements, personnel evaluation profile (PEP), polygraph test, background investigation and alcohol/drug screening test. Appointment subject to successful background investigation and City paid postemployment medical examination after offer of employment has been made.