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DESCRIPTION If you're reading this ad, you're probably looking for a change. If you want meaningful work where you can make a direct impact on your community, enjoy the best benefits package around, and save for retirement, look no further. At Pinal County, we are celebrating 150 years of serving our community and improving the lives of our residents every day.

If you're considering making a change, think about contributing to the services and infrastructure that directly affect our citizens. Help us shape the next 150 years. p.s

don't forget to check out our amazing benefits package. An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work-Life Balance. Paid Vacation And Sick Leave 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One After Three (3) Years of Service, 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually After Five (5) Years of Service, 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years Two-Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service Three-Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service Four-Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service Four-Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit.

Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost Dental and Vision Plans Comprehensive Wellness Program Quarterly Wellness Challenges Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite Vaccination Clinics Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi Tuition Reimbursement Program Alternative Work Schedules Telehealth Qualified Employer - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - Department of Education Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options Civil Service Leave Van Pool Options Short-Term Disability - Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU. Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job. Before you apply, watch this video to learn helpful tips for completing an application at Pinal County: Application Tips ** This is an internal promotion opportunity for current employees of the Public Defense Services and Public Defender departments only.

You must be a current employee to be considered for this position. JOB SUMMARY Provide highly responsible and complex administrative support by assisting management and the public in a timely and efficient manner, and to preserve and maintain records according to state statutes. TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description. Assist management by processing documents, monitoring compliance, and organizing calendars.

Assist management with planning, directing, managing, and overseeing the activities and operations. Coordinate assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies. Evaluate and prioritize the work and responsibilities of staff.

Prepare and submit all required financial reports for a department. Prepare and submit applications for funds, submit required reports regarding use of approved funds, and analyze statistical and monetary reports monthly. Monitor budget and assist with budget preparation, audit bills and ensure compliance with Minimum Accounting Standards, and order supplies, equipment and furniture as needed.

Provide operational statistics, reports, and recommendations to management. Review management policies and procedures to ensure the operational efficiency of the department. Monitor files for accuracy and completeness, correct errors and assist staff with corrections, and instruct staff on eliminating errors.

Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints. Develop ideas to improve efficiency and forecast the future of the department. Support Pinal County policies, goals, and objectives and work with management and other staff to achieve such goals and objectives.

To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation. Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information. Perform other related duties as required.

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES: Manage case flow ensuring that cases are in compliance with court rules, court orders, and statutory reporting requirements within designated timelines. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK Associate's degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, Statistics, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Social Work or a closely related field. Three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative work experience.

Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements. Arizona residents must have a valid Arizona Driver's License upon hire; newly established Arizona Residents must have one within 30 days of hire. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.

Knowledge of file and records maintenance. Knowledge of basic accounting methods and budget preparation. Knowledge of Minimum Accounting Standards.

Knowledge of grant management. Knowledge of statutes and procedures applicable to assigned department. Knowledge of Business English, spelling, and arithmetic.

Knowledge of clerical and office practices and procedures. Knowledge of principles and practices of management and supervision. Knowledge of current MS Office software.

Skill in practicing the Principles of Supervision. Ability to plan, organize, and maintain workflow. Ability to make arithmetic computations with speed and accuracy.

Ability to maintain records and prepare reports. Ability to maintain complex filing systems. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.

The work also requires the ability to finger, reach, perform repetitive motion, hear, speak, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the ability to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs. The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and respect for others. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration, which may impact your future Pinal County applications.

Offers of employment are valid only if provided in writing and approved by Pinal County Human Resources. All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available.

Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT). Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment.

Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening. If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law. Work in this classification requires an individual to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this description.