Paralegal/Senior Paralegal

Job Description:

Paralegal/Senior Paralegal

Description

Introduction

The Scottsdale City Attorney’s Office is seeking a highly detail-oriented Paralegal to respond to Public Records Requests on behalf of the city. This position requires exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and the ability to perform extensive, repetitive document review. The Paralegal will work directly with internal city departments to gather and process records, as well as serve as a resource to other departments with questions about redactions and responding to requests. The Paralegal will spend much of their time carefully reading and reviewing large volumes of records to identify and redact privacy, confidential, and personal identifying information. Candidates should be organized and comfortable with methodical, detail-intensive work that requires sustained focus and concentration. Knowledge of or experience with public records processes and laws preferred but not required.
Paralegal: $28.84 - $38.95 Hourly
Sr. Paralegal: $33.37 - $45.09 Hourly

Anticipated starting salary may be up to mid-point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The midpoint salary for a Paralegal is $33.90/hour. The midpoint salary for a Senior Paralegal is $39.23/hour.

The City of Scottsdale offers:

• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision benefits effective first day of employment
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation
• Robust Employee Wellness plan with flexible incentives
• Access to several city-owned fitness and recreational facilities at no cost

Please visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Paralegal:

• Associate degree in a legal assistant / paralegal program or a related field from an accredited educational institution.
• Three years of paralegal experience OR five years as a legal secretary/legal assistant.
• An equivalent combination of education and job-related experience may substitute for the educational requirements on a year-for-year basis.

Senior Paralegal:

• Associate degree in a legal assistant / paralegal program or a related field from an accredited educational institution.
• Five years of paralegal experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and job-related experience may substitute for the educational requirements on a year-for-year basis.

Preference (depending on assignment):

• Civil litigation experience in a government environment.
• Criminal litigation experience in a government environment.
• Experience responding to public records requests.

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements:

• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment.

Essential Functions

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Work Environment/Physical Demands

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Full-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits, click here .

Part-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.

Commute Solutions Program
City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSFL program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking here .

Closing Date/Time: 2/22/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

Salary:

$28.84 - $38.95 Hourly