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Posting Date 08/29/25
Application Deadline 09/01/25
Pay Range $29.80 - $41.10 hourly
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type Unclassified
Department Legal Advocate
About the Position Come be a part of a dynamic legal team as a Mitigation Specialist at the Office of the Legal Advocate. Mitigation Specialist play a vital role on the defense team; positively and enthusiastically working side by side with the attorney in developing and presenting mitigation factors and strategies for our defense cases. If you are motivated, inquisitive, analytical, and like to study the life experiences of others, you are just the candidate we are looking for! About Maricopa County's Office of the Legal Advocate We provide high-quality legal representation to our clients while protecting the fundamental rights of every member of the community. The Office of the Legal Advocate is made up of hard-working and dedicated people who believe in safeguarding the constitutional rights of the indigent clients we serve. We strive to build a stronger team with every team member we add, because every one of our colleagues plays an integral part in delivering excellent representation. If your goal is to be part of a dynamic, supportive, and pivotal office, please consider applying to the Office of the Legal Advocate! 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 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
Two years of paid casework experience within a criminal justice, social service, or court agency Bachelor's degree in behavioral or social science A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis Valid Arizona driver's license upon hire
We Also Value
Paid casework experience within a criminal justice, public defender organization, social service, court agency or a probation department Experience in an indigent defense environment Participation with criminal justice proceeding Skillsthat include identification of mental health symptoms, exposure to trauma, physical/neurological defects and/or drug/alcohol use Past direct mitigation experience
Job Contributions
Interview client/family and interested parties to assist in the development of treatment/sentencing plans Collect relevant social history records Present and/or submit reports to courts and/or representing attorney to obtain the best possible sentencing outcome Conduct assessments and conferences, attend case staffings; provide input regarding clients' needs; make suggestions regarding treatment and disposition Make and monitor referrals to provide follow-up and intervention Testify in court 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 client to be interviewed by agency and present 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
Traumatic subject matters (crime scenes, accidents, etc.), frequent interruptions, time pressures, high volumes of work, and handling multiple, complicated, unscheduled, and frequently changing tasks Accuracy, decision-making, concentration/vigilance, teamwork, working in close physical proximity with others, and public contact may be common occurrences Ability to lift 15-25 pounds from the floor to waist; 15 pounds waist to shoulder or shoulder to overhead; carry 25 pounds 100 feet or push/pull 100 pounds 1000 feet Work requires travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles and/or private vehicles used on County business
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
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Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
Aug 30, 2025