(OIG) - Legal Assistant - Legal Assistant II

Job Title: Jr. Legal Assistant II Location: Phoenix AZ 85004 Duration: Temp - 4 months Pay Range: $18/hr $18.66/hr (W2) Job ID: 407222 About BCforward BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Job Description We are seeking a Legal Assistant II to join our team supporting the Appellate Services Administration (ASA) within the Department of Economic Security. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in case intake, hearing preparation, document management, and multi-system navigation and a proven ability to analyze complex appeals, create accurate hearing packets, and support Administrative Law Judges. Responsibilities: Verify incoming appeals for timeliness and completeness and distinguish program types and issues. Retrieve and select accurate exhibits and create hearing packets for use in procedural hearings. Enter case documentation and notes into designated repositories and imaging systems. Assist Administrative Law Judges with research and preparation and interpret procedures to support case analysis. Schedule hearings, process postponements and withdrawals, and manage elevated docket calls. Upload legal decisions and dispositions for departmental action and ensure noticing deadlines are met under Federal and State laws. Identify complex legal issues, analyze jurisdiction and issues, and elevate matters to the Board of Appeals as necessary. Identify and correct errors, locate missing documents, and maintain confidential paper and electronic files. Required Skills & Qualifications: Computer proficiency with Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets), Microsoft Office, and Adobe Acrobat. Ability to multitask across several platforms and manage multiple programs simultaneously. Analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to extract pertinent legal information. Experience with case management and imaging systems such as APS, Clear2There, Guide mainframe, HEAplus, AZTECS, and CACTUS. Knowledge of Arizona Public Assistance and Unemployment Insurance law, practices, and procedures, and the Administrative Procedures Act. Strong written and verbal communication and customer service skills for internal and external stakeholders. Ability to perform detailed work with accuracy and speed while meeting legally mandated deadlines. Preferred Skills: Mid-level legal background or legal education experience. Experience in administrative hearings or appellate services environments. Work Arrangement & Hiring Process Training will be fully onsite. After full training, the schedule may transition to hybrid with one remote day per week. Interviews will be conducted virtually. Potential conversion to full-time employment based on performance in the first 4-5 weeks. Why BCforward? At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to: Competitive compensation and benefits Opportunities for growth with global clients A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects About Our Commitment BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Interested? Apply Now! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume.