Legal Assistant I - County Attorney (Prescott)

Legal Assistant I - County Attorney (Prescott)

Salary

$21.87 - $33.90 Hourly

Location

Prescott, AZ

Job Type

Full Time - Non Exempt

Job Number

202600226

Department

County Attorney

Opening Date

07/14/2026

Closing Date

7/27/2026 5:00 PM Arizona

• Description
• Benefits
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Role

Under general supervision, performs professional legal work of moderate difficulty by assisting attorneys throughout various phases of the legal process

Major Duties, Responsibilities

• Formats, types, and prepares legal documents, correspondence, and memoranda from drafts and instructions.
• Files legal documents with courts and other appropriate entities, obtaining necessary hearing dates.
• Maintains attorney calendars by scheduling court appearances, meetings, and deadlines.
• Assists clients, courts, and the general public via telephone and in person, providing information and support.
• Processes, copies, scans, and logs incoming and outgoing case documents.
• Assists attorneys with trial and court preparation by organizing documents, evidence, and exhibits.
• Reviews documents for completeness and accuracy, analyzing as needed to determine next steps in case management.
• Maintains accurate case data and compiles information for statistical reports.
• E-files legal documents through electronic case management and filing systems.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Associate's degree in criminal justice, or related field.

Experience:

A minimum of two (2) years of general office, legal secretary, or administrative support experience. An equivalent combination of directly related work experience and

education may substitute for the degree on a year-per-year basis.

Additional Requirements:

Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.

Other Skills

Knowledge of:

• Legal terminology, legal forms, and document preparation.
• Pertinent legal databases and rules of criminal procedure.
• Clerical and office practices and procedures. Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
• Research techniques and report writing.
• Current Microsoft Office software.
• Filing and recordkeeping systems.

Skill in:

• Providing excellent customer service.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing both face-to-face and by telephone.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
• Organizing work, paying attention to detail, and prioritizing tasks.

Ability to:

• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Prepare accurate and thorough legal documents and correspondence.
• Multitask and prioritize work independently under general supervision.
• Answer inquiries and provide information clearly and professionally.
• Maintain security and adhere to office policies and procedures.
• Develop effective working relationships with associates, other departments, external agencies, and the public.
• Keep management informed of key operational issues.
• Remain current with knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
• Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

Work Environment

The work environment is associated with an office setting. The work area is adequately lit, heated or cooled and ventilated.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and computer screens and adequate hearing and speech ability to communicate effectively in person and by telephone. Capable of frequent repetitive movements of arms, fingers, and wrists, and the ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Additional Job Information

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Grade: 5

Classification: Classified

Safety Sensitive: No

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to

Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:

• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

ELECTIVE COVERAGE

• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)

PLEASE NOTE

• Part-Time, Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.

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This position requires a minimum of an Associate's degree in criminal justice, or related field AND a minimum of two (2) years of general office, legal secretary, or administrative support experience. An equivalent combination of directly related work experience and education may substitute for the degree on a year-per-year basis. Do you have an Associate's degree in criminal justice, or related field?

• Yes
• No
• I DO NOT HAVE an Associate's degree in criminal justice, or related field BUT have an equivalent combination of directly related work experience and education to substitute for the degree on a year-per-year basis.

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Do you have a minimum of two (2) years of general office, legal secretary, or administrative support experience?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Yavapai County Government

Address 1015 Fair Street

Room 338

Prescott, Arizona, 86305

Phone (928) 771-3252

Website https://yavapaiaz.gov/