Paralegal

Posting Close Date: 

Applicants must submit their completed application by 04-13-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

As part of the application process, all applicants are required to submit an updated resume at the time of the application. Applications that do not include a resume by the closing date of the recruitment will be considered incomplete and will not receive further consideration for this recruitment.

Panel interviews will be held April 22-23, 2025. Hiring interviews will be held on April 30, 2025 (if necessary).

ABOUT THIS JOB

Position Specific Summary

The Paralegal position at the City of Tucson’s City Attorney’s Prosecutor's Office is responsible for supporting misdemeanor case management through legal research, interviews, and document preparation. This position assists by gathering facts, analyzing information, and drafting legal materials.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Litigation Support Supervisor. This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains the attorneys’ calendars to ensure accuracy in case timelines, court actions and preparation of legal documents. Prepares standard letters to clients. Reviews pleadings for formatting, consistency, and grammatical errors to help maintain accuracy which will include information that is client privileged and confidential. Files pleadings with the proper court and associated parties. Conducts legal research and analysis on cases using legal research applications. Maintains case files both in paper format and electronically using case management software including discovery requests and review. Collects, compiles, and utilizes technical knowledge, to make recommendations to an attorney.

• Conducts interviews with clients in-person, telephonically, and at the jail. Interviews civilian witnesses and law enforcement officers as needed. Acts as a liaison for the attorney with other law enforcement agencies, other counties, other city departments, and community partners. Communicates both written and verbally.

• Assists in scene investigations including taking measurements at incident locations and taking photos. Reviews case discovery for legal issues. Gathers and reviews discovery for accuracy and completeness. Locates expert witnesses. Prepares files and exhibits for trial.

• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Work Environment  

Mostly office environment.

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Associate degree
Work Experience: Two (2) years of directly related experience

Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in Computer applications.
​Bilingual English/Spanish

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J0614 - Paralegal

To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click here.

Compensation Grade

G105

Hourly Range

$21.96 - 32.94 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Department

City Attorney

Department Link

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Tucson-City-Court/City-Attorneys-Office

Background Check:  This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. 

ABOUT US

Benefits: The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Citizenship: The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status.

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.  If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).  Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD 

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-2619.   

Recruiter Name

Neil Nickol (48268)

Recruiter Email

ccs_hr@tucsonaz.gov

For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.