PARALEGAL I/II- CRIMINAL

This recruitment is open until the position is filled or a sufficient number of applications have been reviewed to establish a qualified candidate pool.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. First Review Date April 18, 2024.

Hourly Salary Range:
Paralegal I: $27.20 - $36.32
Paralegal II: $30.03 - $40.09

This position is part of a flexible classification. Qualified candidates may be hired at either level based on their experience, education and training as determined by the hiring authority.

The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Pay Increases occur in July
• 13 Paid Holidays, 1 Personal Day, 8 hours Winter Holiday Leave
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 9.33 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Wellness Program Discount on health premiums
• Medical Reimbursement Program; $53/month
• Tuition Reimbursement; $6,000/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.29% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contribution

To view the employee benefit summary, please visit:
Employee Benefit Summary

Department / Division:
City Attorney’s Office / Criminal Prosecution

Job Type:
Full-Time Regular

Schedule:
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Monday thru Friday

Job Number:
RC#902053

DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this position is to perform paralegal work in the Criminal Division of the City Attorney’s Office by assisting attorneys and office staff in case preparation and presentation and gathering information relevant to issues on litigation. This is accomplished by completing legal research, drafting responses to motions filed by opposing counsel and/or issues being litigated, managing cases, monitoring case progress, documenting information, giving technical assistance, and organizing evidence, and performing any other essential function to carry out the mission of the Tempe Prosecutor’s Office.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience:
Paralegal I:
One (1) year of legal experience, criminal experience preferred.

Paralegal II:
Two (2) years of paralegal experience.
Candidates must have the minimum amount of work experience. Years of experience are based upon a full-time work schedule (2,080 hours per year). The sum of an applicant’s full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience.

Education:
Paralegal I:
Equivalent to an associate degree from an accredited college or university. Paralegal certification through a school approved by the American Bar Association or certification through the National Association for Legal Assistants is preferred.

Paralegal II:
Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
The term “equivalent” means that directly related work experience exceeding the required work experience will substitute in equal time increments for college-level education, for example: one year of additional directly related work experience will substitute for one year of college education (30 credit hours).

Certifications, Licenses, and/or Registrations:
Paralegal II:
Possession of a Paralegal certification through a school approved by the American Bar Association or certification through the National Association for Legal Assistants

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the following:
- Criminal history background investigation

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
For a complete list of City of Tempe job descriptions go to:
Job Descriptions | City of Tempe, AZ

This position is FLSA Non- Exempt which means employees are eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time.

Employees in this position are represented by the United Arizona Employees Association (UAEA).

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The City of Tempe is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 480-350-8276. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.