Legal Assistant III
Arizona State Government, Phoenix, AZ, United States
DEPT OF WATER RESOURCES
The mission of the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) is to safeguard the health, safety, and economic welfare of the public by protecting, conserving, and enhancing Arizona's water supplies in a bold, thoughtful, and innovative manner. We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join the Legal team.
Legal Assistant III
Legal Division
WWW.AZWATER.GOV
Job Location: 1110 W. Washington St. Suite, 310 Phoenix, AZ 85007. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, on‑site at ADWR Headquarters. This position is not eligible for remote work.
Salary Range: $50,000 – $55,000. Grade: 17. Closing Date: Open Until Filled.
Job Summary
This position provides full administrative and logistical support to the Legal Division and to other sections of ADWR as well as boards and commissions staffed by Department employees. Many duties are highly confidential. The Legal Division seeks a Legal Assistant proficient in technology, interested in public sector and water law. Court filing and litigation experience is preferred.
Job Duties
Drafting and editing documents including correspondence, reports, and pleadings
Filing court briefs and pleadings with the courts, using electronic and paper means
Scheduling and setting up in‑person, virtual and hybrid meetings
Maintaining calendars and files for the Legal Division on a daily basis
Making travel arrangements
Maintaining Legal Division supplies
Attending team meetings to take minutes
Coordinating matters between organizational units
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of administration and management
Techniques and principles for effective written and verbal communication in various formats including briefs, memos, and reports, and with external contacts such as attorneys, constituents, and other agencies
Familiarity with the various court systems and acceptable methods of filing and service
Records management procedures
Appropriate channels of communication with legislators and other officials
Problem‑solving techniques
Skills in:
Court filings, electronically and paper means
Administrative tasks
Concise and effective oral and written communication with internal staff and external contacts
Following/taking a variety of delegated directions or decisions without close supervision
Problem‑solving
Handling detailed work with accuracy and speed
Exercising good judgment and discretion
Prioritizing, scheduling, and monitoring work activities of staff
Strong customer service skills
Abilities:
Operate a computer and generate word processing documents
Exercise tact and integrity when handling confidential information
Set priorities and efficiently manage a varied workload
Develop effective operating procedures
Develop resources and coordinate activities
Interact with outside entities with diplomacy and tact; form and maintain cordial working relationships at all levels
Be well organized and have effective time‑management skills
Work with interruptions and adapt to changing priorities
Perform detailed work with a high degree of accuracy
Selective Preference(s)
A minimum of five years of administrative and/or paralegal related experience. Court filing and litigation experience is preferred.
Pre‑Employment Requirements
This position requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state‑issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment. If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function, the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify).
Benefits
The Arizona State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical, dental, life, and short‑term disability insurance plans
Top‑ranked retirement and long‑term disability plans
Sick leave
10 paid holidays per year
Deferred compensation plan
Credit union membership
Wellness plans
LinkedIn Learning membership
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discounts
By providing the option of a full‑time or part‑time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.
Retirement
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement system (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility becomes effective after 27 weeks of employment. The current contribution rate is 12.00%.
Contact Us
For any questions, please contact ADWR Human Resources Office at (602) 771‑8500. Persons with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation such as sign language or an alternative format by contacting ADWR Human Resources. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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The mission of the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) is to safeguard the health, safety, and economic welfare of the public by protecting, conserving, and enhancing Arizona's water supplies in a bold, thoughtful, and innovative manner. We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join the Legal team.
Legal Assistant III
Legal Division
WWW.AZWATER.GOV
Job Location: 1110 W. Washington St. Suite, 310 Phoenix, AZ 85007. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, on‑site at ADWR Headquarters. This position is not eligible for remote work.
Salary Range: $50,000 – $55,000. Grade: 17. Closing Date: Open Until Filled.
Job Summary
This position provides full administrative and logistical support to the Legal Division and to other sections of ADWR as well as boards and commissions staffed by Department employees. Many duties are highly confidential. The Legal Division seeks a Legal Assistant proficient in technology, interested in public sector and water law. Court filing and litigation experience is preferred.
Job Duties
Drafting and editing documents including correspondence, reports, and pleadings
Filing court briefs and pleadings with the courts, using electronic and paper means
Scheduling and setting up in‑person, virtual and hybrid meetings
Maintaining calendars and files for the Legal Division on a daily basis
Making travel arrangements
Maintaining Legal Division supplies
Attending team meetings to take minutes
Coordinating matters between organizational units
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of administration and management
Techniques and principles for effective written and verbal communication in various formats including briefs, memos, and reports, and with external contacts such as attorneys, constituents, and other agencies
Familiarity with the various court systems and acceptable methods of filing and service
Records management procedures
Appropriate channels of communication with legislators and other officials
Problem‑solving techniques
Skills in:
Court filings, electronically and paper means
Administrative tasks
Concise and effective oral and written communication with internal staff and external contacts
Following/taking a variety of delegated directions or decisions without close supervision
Problem‑solving
Handling detailed work with accuracy and speed
Exercising good judgment and discretion
Prioritizing, scheduling, and monitoring work activities of staff
Strong customer service skills
Abilities:
Operate a computer and generate word processing documents
Exercise tact and integrity when handling confidential information
Set priorities and efficiently manage a varied workload
Develop effective operating procedures
Develop resources and coordinate activities
Interact with outside entities with diplomacy and tact; form and maintain cordial working relationships at all levels
Be well organized and have effective time‑management skills
Work with interruptions and adapt to changing priorities
Perform detailed work with a high degree of accuracy
Selective Preference(s)
A minimum of five years of administrative and/or paralegal related experience. Court filing and litigation experience is preferred.
Pre‑Employment Requirements
This position requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state‑issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment. If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function, the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify).
Benefits
The Arizona State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical, dental, life, and short‑term disability insurance plans
Top‑ranked retirement and long‑term disability plans
Sick leave
10 paid holidays per year
Deferred compensation plan
Credit union membership
Wellness plans
LinkedIn Learning membership
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discounts
By providing the option of a full‑time or part‑time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.
Retirement
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement system (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility becomes effective after 27 weeks of employment. The current contribution rate is 12.00%.
Contact Us
For any questions, please contact ADWR Human Resources Office at (602) 771‑8500. Persons with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation such as sign language or an alternative format by contacting ADWR Human Resources. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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