Judicial Specialist - Flagstaff, United States - Coconino County, AZ

Coconino County, AZ

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Flagstaff, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Nature of Work:

At Coconino County, public service matters.

Our dedication to public service promotes a culture that elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration, and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations.

As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments.

Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization.

Be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.

Under general supervision performs work of considerable difficulty in a court collections program; performs related work as assigned.

Typical Duties:

- (Illustrative Only)

Performs financial investigations and verifies defendants' assets
Effects collections of courtimposed fines, fees, and restitutions
Initiates contact with defendants to demand payment/establish payment plans
Prepares statistical reports
Prepares and verifies financial data

Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: walking; sitting; lifting and carrying (1-50 lbs) of files supplies and mail; pushing/pulling carts, doors, filing cabinets (1-50 lbs); climbing stairs; working with interruptions; repetitive motion (hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder) for telephone, typing filing etc.

; vision acuity (near and far) for writing, typing and dealing with staff and the public; hearing and speech for ordinary conversation; finger dexterity for typing, writing, filing etc

Minimum Qualifications:

Three years' experience in public/private collections, OR; any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in providing customer service; Court experience; Experience with AJACS or a case automation system.

This position is non-exempt from overtime.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Considerable knowledge of:
Methods and techniques used to affect collections
Effective interviewing practices and techniques
Court procedures and legal documents
Criminal and civil laws relating to collections
Standard office practices
Skill in:
Preparing and analyzing financial information
Using computers and Microsoft Suite software
Interviewing reluctant and/or difficult clients
Ability to:
Work independently
Prepare and maintain complex reports and records
Analyze clients' circumstances and recommend appropriate actions
Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with judges, attorneys, other agencies, and the public
Follow written and verbal instructions
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Employee Benefits
Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:
(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)