Deputy Probate Registrar

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

In this role, you will assist the Probate Registrar in the administration of the informal probate process through the review, approval, denial, and processing of probate documents in accordance with statutory requirements. This position will be working within our Probate division in Downtown Phoenix. It has the opportunity for a flexible/hybrid schedule for up to three days per week after training has been completed.

Requirements

• Three years of experience with at least one year of customer service and two years of clerical/administrative OR Two years at Clerk of the Superior Court as a Justice System Clerk or higher
• High School Diploma or GED
• A Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Paralegal Studies, or a closely related field may substitute for up to two years of the required experience

Nice To Haves

• Direct court-related or legal experience (i.e. such as that with a law firm)

Responsibilities

• Assists the Probate Registrar in reviewing and approving/denying a variety of legal probate documents, including Applications for Registrar Certificates, Applications for Subsequent Administration, Appointments of Special Administrators, Affidavits for Collection of Real Property, Informal Intestates, etc.
• Processes Ancillary Probate/Proof of Authority documents, Endorsement documents, and Bonds for Issuance of Letters of Appointment
• Collects statistical data and prepares reports
• Maintains procedures/policies related to probate processes
• Assists in training other Deputy Probate Registrars, Special Commissioners, Court Operations Specialists, and File Counter Staff so they can accurately process and issue probate documents, including Letters and Orders of Appointment, and process related court-ordered fees.
• Under the guidance of the Probate Registrar, participates in organizational projects as well as identifies and implements process enhancements and departmental procedures intended to improve service to both internal and external customers

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED