Paraprofessional Supervisor

Maricopa County

. Supervise and manage the performance of a group of paraprofessionals, including workload and progress meetings, leave and coverage coordination, investigative-technique training, disciplinary matters, performance plans, and staff evaluations .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $84,000 - $113,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and supervisory skills in managing paraprofessional staff, ensuring compliance with office practices, and developing effective defense strategies. Capable of handling investigative work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining an active caseload and facilitating staff development.

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Supervisory ExperienceInvestigative ExperienceIndigent Defense Organization ExperienceCase Documentation ReviewCompliance Management

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Hard Skills

Investigative TechniquesCase Theory DevelopmentPerformance ManagementWorkload CoordinationStaff Training

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationStress ManagementTeam Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid AZ Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Indigent DefenseOffice PracticesPerformance PlansStaff EvaluationsCase Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise and manage the performance of a group of paraprofessionals, including workload and progress meetings, leave and coverage coordination, investigative-technique training, disciplinary matters, performance plans, and staff evaluations
Hire and train new paraprofessional staff and facilitate development efforts
Assign work and assignment requests to available staff and monitor workloads
Maintain an active caseload
Interact with attorneys, management, co-workers, clients, other agencies, and interested parties regarding cases and/or clients
Review case documentation and assist in developing defense strategies and case theories
Travel weekly to multiple office locations in Durango and Mesa to support paraprofessional staff
Ensure compliance with Office practices and procedures, address concerns, improve operations, streamline work processes, and identify continuing needs
Attend leadership meetings as needed to provide updates and participate in discussions about office issues and paraprofessional staff needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Five years of related investigative experience
High School diploma or GED
Valid AZ Driver’s License upon hire
Lead or supervisory experience valued
Experience working in an indigent defense organization valued
Ability to work with traumatic subject matter in a fast-paced environment with frequent stressful situations
Ability to work in office and other enclosed areas, as well as various outside locations
Ability to travel to and from job-related locations during the scheduled workday
Must submit an online application
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for safety-sensitive positions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work with a greater purpose
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 an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1