Office Aide

Posting Date 09/10/26 Application Deadline 09/11/26 Pay Range $17.50 - $26.50 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Unclassified Department Public Defender About The Position If you thrive in a dynamic environment where your keen eye for detail and ability to adapt can be fully utilized, apply to join our Central Services Unit team! The Office Aide role is responsible for clerical support related to office operations, including scanning, copying, supplies, and other general clerical services. This position also provides mail support and delivery to neighboring buildings housing our employees and other County agencies. We will count on you to provide effective customer service to our staff who provide direct services to our clients, while executing all assigned clerical tasks to the highest quality standards. About Us With over 470 employees, the Office of the Public Defender is the largest of the five indigent defense offices in Maricopa County. We are also one of the largest public defender offices in the country. Our office provides innovative, client-centered legal representation in the full range of criminal matters to clients unable to afford legal counsel. Our attorneys and staff are dedicated to treating our clients with respect and dignity as we defend their constitutional rights in a court of law. This is a fast-paced department with an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purposeTuition reimbursementExceptional work-life balanceOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsChild care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County familiesPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including an incentiveEnrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98,% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require Six months of clerical experience in an office environmentHigh school diploma or GEDA combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis Other Requirements Must possess or obtain a valid Arizona driver's license upon hire We Also Value Prior experience with high-volume delivery and mail service in a business environmentPrior experience with court processes and handling of court documentsPrior experience with data entry, filing, scanning, copying, and organizing documents Job Contributions Copies, scans, and organizes materials and documentsReceives, sorts, and distributes mailHandles the delivery, pick-up, and assembly of legal materials, documents, and equipmentReceives, logs, sorts, inventories, and stocks and suppliesFiles legal documents with the courtPerforms miscellaneous routine clerical tasksMoves boxes and other large items; handles minor office housekeeping dutiesTravel to and from court locations, government facilities, and other job-related locations as necessary, which may include periodic travel outside of Maricopa County, subject to County policies regarding vehicle use Working Conditions Work is primarily performed in an office environment with bright lighting and requires prolonged periods in a stationary position, constant viewing of a computer monitor or screen, frequent computer use involving repetitive hand and wrist movements, and routine exposure to outdoor heat and sunlight.Close physical proximity with others, with frequently changing tasks, frequent public contact, and exposure to traumatic subject matters (crime scenes, accidents, etc.)Ability to lift 25-50 pounds from the floor to the waist, waist to the shoulder, or shoulder to overhead; carry 25-50 pounds 100 feet, and push/pull 25-50 pounds a distance of 1000 feetMust possess or obtain a valid Arizona driver's license upon hireAlternative work schedule options are available after training, based on business needsConstantly walking indoors and out and being exposed to inclement weather conditions, including excess heat, cold, wind, and rain Selection Procedure Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process. Apply Now!