Defense Investigative Aide

Posting Date

06/23/26

Application Deadline

06/30/26

Pay Range

Anticipated Hiring Range: $20.25 - $22.81 - $25.38 hourly
Full Pay Range: $20.25 - $30.50 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Legal Advocate

About the Position

Come be a part of a dynamic legal team as a Defense Investigative Aide at the Office of the Legal Advocate. If you are motivated, inquisitive, and a problem solver who thrives on examining, researching, and analyzing information, you are just the candidate we are looking for.

We are currently seeking applications for the Investigative Aide position. In this role, you will assist investigators and other staff or attorneys with researching and acquiring case and client information across all aspects of case representation.

About Us

We provide high-quality legal representation to our clients while protecting the fundamental rights of every member of the community.

The Office of the Legal Advocate is made up of hard-working and dedicated people who believe in safeguarding the constitutional rights of the indigent clients we serve. We strive to build a stronger team with every team member we add, because every one of our colleagues plays an integral part in delivering excellent representation.

If your goal is to be part of a dynamic, supportive, and pivotal office, please consider applying to the Office of the Legal Advocate!

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose

• Tuition reimbursement

• Exceptional work-life balance

• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families

• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive

• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% contribution rate per paycheck that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

• Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more!  Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

• Two years of experience performing office, administrative, and clerical duties in criminal justice or a legal setting
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills
• High school diploma or GED

Other Requirements

Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire

Job Contributions

• Provide support to the investigations unit
• Perform research of a variety of records in person or electronically and obtain copies of relevant information
• Contact agencies to obtain supporting client information, such as police reports, photographs, Motor Vehicle Department information, discovery, birth certificates, or other pertinent information
• Conduct jail visits with clients, providing documents and discovery for their review
• Facilitate duplication of audio and video tapes
• Copy documents, files, photographs, and police reports as requested
• Pick up and deliver packages, files, and documents
• Assist investigative staff as requested and perform other specialized clerical duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• The job requires spending the majority of the time outside of the office setting
• May require travel to and from job-related locations during the course of a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding use of County vehicles and/or private vehicles used on County business
• May be exposed to traumatic subject matter
• Requires the ability to handle interruptions, time pressures, multiple and frequently changing tasks, and working in a team environment
• May require the ability to lift and push, pull, or carry 30 pounds for a distance of 3,000 feet

Selection Procedure

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

 

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.

 

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