Duties

Paralegals are expected to provide a full range of paralegal services to staff attorneys. Duties include, but are not limited to, document creation/editing support, litigation support (both in and out of court), case preparation, maintenance of files, organizing and indexing discovery, evidence and exhibits, as well as locating and retrieving documents, information and records from outside sources, client communication, and assisting in-field investigators. A more detailed description of the requirements and duties can be found in the Position Qualifications Statement and Position Description which are available for inspection in this office.
Responsibilities
Paralegals are expected to provide a full range of paralegal services to staff attorneys. Duties include, but are not limited to, document creation/editing support, litigation support (both in and out of court), case preparation, maintenance of files, organizing and indexing discovery, evidence and exhibits, as well as locating and retrieving documents, information and records from outside sources, client communication, and assisting in-field investigators. A more detailed description of the requirements and duties can be found in the Position Qualifications Statement and Position Description which are available for inspection in this office. Must possess proficient computer and document creation/editing skills and have experience working in a law office. Previous experience in a criminal defense firm preferred. Computer literacy and experience with Word, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Excel, CaseMap, Westlaw and Lexis are required.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Spanish language fluency is required for this position. Employment is subject to a satisfactory background investigation.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  A letter of interest, list of references, and resume.

  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

  Qualified persons may apply by sending, via e-mail, a letter of interest and résumé to the Personnel Administrator, Federal Public Defender, District of Arizona, at azx_hr@fd.org. (Letter of interest and references must be included).

  Agency contact information

  Personnel Administrator

  Email

  azx_hr@fd.org

  Address

  Federal Public Defender, District of Arizona
  850 W Adams St # 201
  Phoenix, AZ 85007
  US

  Next steps

  We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications seem to best meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application and contact you if you are selected to continue in the recruitment process.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents