State of Arizona
LEGAL ASSISTANT 2
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Job Description
- Req#: 537534
Employer Industry: Government Services
Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary range: $38,844 - $42,394
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance
- Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
- Flexible work schedules available to promote work/life balance
- Career advancement and employee development opportunities
- Paid Parental Leave of up to 12 weeks for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child
What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Answer elevated calls and inquiries, performing complex research to assist Validators and respond to appeals
- Analyze jurisdiction and issues by reviewing case documents and correcting errors
- Process requests for postponements, withdrawals, and other party requests in a timely manner
- Ensure compliance with noticing deadlines mandated by Federal and State laws
- Communicate effectively with parties on behalf of Administrative Law Judges (ALJs) to facilitate the appeals process
What is Required (Qualifications):
- Must possess a current, valid driver’s license if required to drive for state business
- Minimum of an Associate degree from an accredited college or Paralegal/Legal Assistant Certification
- Experience as a legal assistant
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to handle internal and external complaints
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel), Google Apps, and Adobe Acrobat
How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with Healthy Arizona Plus Public Assistance online application system
- Experience with case management systems (e.g., APS, HEAplus, AZTECS)
- Knowledge of Arizona Public Assistance and Unemployment Insurance law, practices, and procedures
- Strong analytical skills to identify complex legal issues in appeals
- Experience managing multiple computer programs simultaneously
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Arizona is on a mission to become the #1 state in the nation in which to live, work, play, get an education, and retire. Arizona state government plays a vital role in making this happen, and in order to maximize our potential the State of Arizona must operate in way that demonstrates a business-like approach. We are looking for enthusiastic and talented people to join the team.
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