Court/Legal Clerk II - Law Department (Underfill Opportunity)

About This Position Recognized on the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Employers for the past two years, the City of Phoenix strives to be an employer of choice. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, working in public service offers many rewards. With more than 14,000 employees working across 41 departments, the City of Phoenix also offers the opportunity for career growth and advancement. Join our team and be a part of building the Phoenix of tomorrow! The Law Department is comprised of three divisions: the City Attorney’s Office, which handles representing the City in civil matters; the City Prosecutor’s Office, which handles the prosecution of misdemeanor crimes committed in Phoenix; and Management Services. The City Attorney’s Office is seeking a Court/Legal Clerk II to join the Support Services team. This position supports various sections such as Community Development; City Services; Human Resources; Litigation; Public Safety and Transportation. The Court/Legal Clerk II works directly with attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries, and legal clerk for assignments. The Court/Legal Clerk II reports to a Lead Legal Secretary. Responsibilities Include Open, close, and create files for the department. Coordinate printing projects and copy documents, maps, and video/audiotapes. Scan large documents. File documents into case files, both hard copy and electronic files. Prepare PCDs in SAP or DPOs for supply ordering. Prepare and organize both hard copy and electronic exhibits for disclosure statements for cases. Assist in coordinating Office record archiving and destruction process. Determine documentation needed to close files and follow up by calling outside counsel for documents. Archive all case files for the department and update ProLaw database. Maintain lists of cases, claims, and research files. Answers telephone calls and responds to inquiries, or forwards calls to appropriate person. Compiles and maintain statistical information. Provide daily work logs to supervisor. Entering/routing contracts electronically. Accept special assignments/projects from supervisor and complete them timely and as instructed. These positions may be eligible for hybrid teleworking options after training is complete and is implemented at the discretion of the Department Director. Opportunity to underfill as a Court/Legal Clerk I may be considered. The Court/Legal Clerk I underfill is for candidates who require additional experience to meet the qualifications of the Court/Legal Clerk II classification. Candidates will be non-competitively promoted to the Court/Legal Clerk II classification once they possess sufficient experience.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Possesses strong problem solving, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer, scanner, telephone, calculator, copy machine, and fax machine, and understand alpha filing systems. Is detail oriented.

SALARY

Court/Legal Clerk II Pay Range: $20.92 to $34.08 per hour. Hiring Range: $20.92 to $28.04 per hour. Court/Legal Clerk I Pay Range: $19.93 to $29.44 per hour. Hiring Range: $19.93 to $20.92 per hour. Pay Range Explanation Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification. Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity. Promotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade increase. Demotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade decrease. Lateral transfers occur when there is no change to the last two digits of the pay grade. When there is a change in the first digit of the pay grade, there may also be a change to your classification or unit. Benefits Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information. 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions. Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans. Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan. Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually. Dental, vision, and life insurance options. Employer paid long-term disability. Free Bus/light rail pass. Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year. Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days. Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period. Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi. Minimum Qualifications Court/Legal Clerk II Two years of clerical or public contact experience, Including a minimum of one year in a courtroom or law office. Court/Legal Clerk I One year of clerical or public contact experience. Required Of Both Positions Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted. All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position. Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment must be fingerprinted and will have their fingerprints used to check the Criminal History Records of the State of Arizona Department of Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Any records returned will be reviewed to determine the candidate’s suitability for the job. For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, click here. The City job description can be found here. Preferred Qualifications The minimum qualifications listed above, plus: Experience utilizing: Outlook. Adobe Acrobat/Adobe Sign. Case management systems. Experience with reading, interpreting, and applying Legal Rules, Regulations and Procedures.

RECRUITMENT DATES

Recruitment closes August 24, 2026. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date. This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

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REFERENCE

Court/Legal Clerk II, JC:00520, ID# 62653, 08/15/26, USM, PA, Benefits:003 Building the Phoenix of tomorrow. #DoWorkThatMakesPhoenixWork City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Phoenix