Posting Date
11/03/25Application Deadline
11/10/25Pay Range
$20.25 - $30.50 hourlyJob Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
County AttorneyAbout the Position
The Language Services Coordinator makes a difference by ensuring everyone’s voice in the criminal justice system is heard. This position coordinates translation/transcription and interpretation services for countless languages from all over the world, and works closely with the attorneys, paralegals and victim advocates who are on the front lines of the criminal justice process. As the Language Services Coordinator, your role is vital in providing justice!
About Us
We believe in integrity. We believe in justice for all. And we are proud to deliver high-quality prosecution, comprehensive victims' services, crime prevention programs, and more to the residents of Maricopa County. If you would like to utilize your talents and skills to stand up for Maricopa County, apply today, and join our team!
Proud to Offer
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 exclusively
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require
Three years of responsible clerical and/or administrative experience
High school diploma or GED
A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis
Must be fluent in English and Spanish, including knowledge of different regional varieties
Other Requirements
Must successfully pass the Journey level multilingual examination in Spanish within six months of hire
Must currently possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona Driver’s License at the time of hire
The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office requires a thorough background check of all successful candidates and is authorized to test prospective employees for the presence of illegally accessed drugs. Drug testing is conducted once an offer has been extended and prior to placement.
We Also Value
Associate's degree in Global Studies, Sociology, Translation or related field
Job Contributions
Reviews files and recordings for language, dialect, time stamps, and quality prior to assigning for translation/transcription services
Coordinates staff and/or contracted linguists for translation/transcription and interpretation assignments, providing timely delivery of services
Proofreads completed translations/transcriptions for conversational flow, accuracy, completeness, format, and suitability for trial
Verifies invoice accuracy to services requested and that vendors comply with contractual terms and conditions, and County accounting policies
Monitors and tracks vendor spending, creates purchase orders and initiates purchase order modifications when necessary
Collaborates with departmental procurement representatives to identify and process contract interpreters, and the translation and/or transcription of Spanish and lesser used languages
Responds to inquiries from departmental customers and/or outside vendors
Collaborates with opposing counsel’s and the court’s language services departments to avoid duplicate requests and ensure requests are correctly routed
Monitors and maintains the unit’s SharePoint sites, occasionally collecting and reporting various unit statistics
Reviews evidentiary materials in transcription and translation requests to help prosecutors refine and narrow the scope of their requests (when needed)
Working Conditions
Mostly office setting in high volume, fast-paced environment
Requires extended periods of sitting while completing computer activities
May be required to drive a personal or County-owned vehicle to travel to and from various County locations
Position will include reviewing documents and recordings of a confidential and graphic and/or disturbing nature (e.g., personally identifiable information, protected health information, descriptions and detailed accounts of criminal activity including homicides and child sex crimes)
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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