LEGAL ACCESS MONITOR

Arizona Department of Administration•Phoenix, AZ

12d•$73,621•Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation, and Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking an experienced legal expert to fill the Legal Access Monitor position. The Legal Access Monitor ensures that the inmate population receives legal access pursuant to Agency Department Orders. Oversees the legal access program to reduce liability for lack of access to the courts. Works with the Arizona Attorney General's Office, ADCRR Office of General Counsel, and private attorneys to ensure appropriate and adequate legal access is provided to the inmate population. Is a part of the Legal Support Unit within the Office of General Counsel and performs other legal and litigation support responsibilities as assigned, including responding to complex discovery requests, public records requests, and subpoenas or other court orders.

Requirements

Paralegal degree or Certificate
Five years of experience performing administrative work in a criminal justice or law office environment
Possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license
Complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks
Maintain acceptable driving records
Complete all required driver training
Maintain the statutorily required liability insurance
Take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter
Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify)

Nice To Haves

Experienced Paralegal
Degree or certified Paralegal

Responsibilities

Works closely with the Arizona Attorney General's Office, ADCRR Office of General Counsel, and private attorneys to ensure appropriate and adequate legal access is provided to the inmate population
Ensures all inmates have direct access to the courts in all legal claims involving direct appeals from the conviction for which they are incarcerated, habeas petitions, and any other civil or criminal litigation
Establishes contract terms for contract paralegals based on state and federal requirements for the provision of assistance to inmates on qualified legal claims
Closely trains and supervises contract paralegals, including reviewing and approving invoices for appropriateness of work performed and hours worked
Reviews and redacts records for public release in accordance with applicable laws and Departmental guidelines
Receives, tracks, and responds to public records requests in accordance with Federal and State laws and Departmental policies and procedures
Assists with discovery and other legal requests from the Office of the General Counsel, as assigned
Consults with Agency librarians who assist inmates in Legal Resource Centers
Trains and consults with Complex mail and property staff to ensure proper procedures are implemented and followed related to the receipt and delivery of legal mail and legal property
Works to develop and maintain legal access through internet accessible tablets provided to the inmate population
Ensures that all legal resource materials required by state and federal law are accessible to the inmate population
Establishes, maintains, and trains staff on Agency procedures for E-Filing with Arizona District Court and the Court of Appeals
Drives on State business
Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Benefits

Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
Exceptional retirement program
Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

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