Mitigation Specialist
Mitigation Specialist
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Job Description
Posting Date
07/09/25Application Deadline
07/12/25Pay Range
$28.85 - $41.10 hourlySalary offers are based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
Public DefenderAbout the Position
Are you inquisitive Do you like learning more about others and their life experiences Do you enjoy persuasive writing If you are this individual the Mitigation Specialist position is ideal for you! Mitigation Specialists play an integral part in the defense teams collaboration by providing expert guidance in the areas of mitigation treatment rehabilitation and sentencing alternatives for our clients.
About The Office of the Public Defender
With over 400 employees the Office of the Public Defender is the largest of the five indigent defense offices in Maricopa County. We are also one of the largest public defender offices in the country. Our office provides innovative client-centered legal representation in the full range of criminal matters to clients unable to afford legal counsel. Our attorneys and staff are dedicated to treating our clients with respect and dignity as we defend their constitutional rights in a court of law. This is a fast-paced department with an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
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 upcoming 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
Learn more at Work With Us Maricopa County AZ
We Require
Bachelors degree in behavioral or social science or a related field
Two years of casework experience within a criminal justice social service or court agency
OR
Post-secondary education above the listed minimum requirement may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis
Valid Arizona drivers license upon hire
We Also Value
Casework within a public defender organization an Arizona criminal justice agency an Arizona court department or a probation department
Experience with identification of mental health symptoms exposure to trauma physical/neurological defects or drug/alcohol use
Experience working directly with mitigation
Job Contributions
Interview client/family and interested parties to assist in the development of treatment/sentencing plans
Present and/or submit reports to courts and testify in court
Conduct assessments and conferences attend case staffings provide input regarding clients needs and make suggestions regarding treatment and disposition
Make and monitor referrals to provide follow-up and intervention
Assess clients social and medical histories psychological evaluations educational and legal documents
Locate residential treatment and outpatient treatment programs as a resource for clients
Arrange for the client to be interviewed by an agency and present a summary of findings in court
Network with individuals and community agencies for access to social educational and employment resources for clients
Prepare correspondence social histories report and submit social histories to psychologists and attorneys
Working Conditions
Handling multiple or complicated tasks accuracy and decision-making may be constant occurrences
Traumatic subject matter (crime scenes accidents etc.); interruptions; time pressures; high volume of work; frequently changing tasks; concentration/vigilance; teamwork; working in close physical proximity with others; and public contact may be frequent occurrences
Work environment will be within the office jails and the courts
Travel to and from court locations government facilities and other job-related locations as necessary which may include periodic travel outside of Maricopa County subject to County policies regarding vehicle use
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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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
