Cc Lgl Asst Proj Spct
About The Position
A career with the OGC is a unique opportunity to take on one of the most impactful roles in state government. As Arizona's "fourth branch of government," the ACC combines legislative, executive, and judicial powers. As a Legal Assistant Project Specialist, you will play a pivotal role assisting the General Counsel and attorneys overseeing utility regulation that directly affects millions of Arizona residents. You'll engage in matters related to electric, water, wastewater, and telecommunications services, as well as safety concerns surrounding railroads, pipelines, and power lines.
Requirements
- Substantial experience in a legal environment required.
- Experience with legal research, drafting, and file management.
- A collaborative mindset, along with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Superior time management and project prioritization skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience or a strong working knowledge of administrative hearings and civil litigation.
- Passion for public service and protecting Arizona consumers
- Experience using Microsoft 360 a plus.
- Experience in utilities or energy related fields, and governmental agencies is a plus, but if you’re eager to learn, we’ll provide comprehensive training.
Responsibilities
- Work with OGC attorneys and Utilities Division Staff to finalize and file pleadings with Docket Control and other courts, calendar deadlines, digital file management, and in-person and remote meeting scheduling.
- Conduct research and prepare draft documents and correspondence and routine administrative regulatory filings as ordered by Administrative Law Judges and other courts.
- Assist the General Counsel and other OGC attorneys to finalize, file and serve pleadings in contested matters.
- You’ll be working closely with a dedicated team of attorneys, paralegals, and secretaries, ensuring you have support in your legal work and growth. The OGC extensively promotes educational classes and training for its employees.
- Handle public records requests and help ensure compliance with open meeting laws.
- Assist with OGC Office Manager duties including, for instance, personnel and payroll activities, procurement and Division supplies, time sheets and OGC reporting.
Benefits
- Excellent comprehensive benefits, including a top-ranked retirement plan, low-cost health coverage, supplemental policies such as vision and short-term disability, and generous paid leave programs
- Career and personal development support; multiple training and education opportunities and resources
- Interesting, challenging work with the opportunity to make a real difference in the State of Arizona
- Free parking; carpooling resources and incentives; fully subsidized public transit
- Career and personal development support; multiple training and education opportunities and resources; qualifying Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer
- Interesting, challenging work in a public sector environment with the chance to make a real difference in our state
- We are a recognized Arizona Veteran Supportive Employer
- Paid Parental Leave program
- Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) defined benefit pension.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
