Mitigation Specialist Supervisor

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you a passionate individual with strong leadership skills? Are you someone who thrives in a team environment? Are you someone who builds strong relationships with community partners? If this describes you, then come join our mitigation team at the Office of the Public Defender. As the Mitigation Supervisor, you will work with community organizations, department leaders, and other employees to offer guidance and supervise the Trial Division Mitigation Specialist staff. This position also maintains a reduced caseload. 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.

Requirements

• Four years of social service casework, and/or counseling experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Criminal Justice, or other related field
• Must possess or obtain a valid Arizona driver's license upon hire

Nice To Haves

• Additional years of behavioral health, trauma, substance abuse, or related casework experience
• Experience providing mitigation services in an indigent defense environment
• Prior supervisory and/or leadership experience
• Experience in trauma-informed care and working with diverse populations
• Comprehensive understanding of available community resources and demonstrated ability to establish collaborative partnerships with the community in a culturally responsive manner
• Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and best practices related to mitigation and sentencing

Responsibilities

• Lead development of the Mitigation Specialist (MS) team while maintaining a reduced caseload, including monitoring and facilitating overall team functioning
• Collaborate on an ongoing basis with the Manager, Department Administration, and other staff supervisors to prioritize the development of individual employees, strengthen team dynamics, and support continuous improvements
• Develop and present internal trainings and updates for direct reports, employees, and stakeholders, and periodically represent the department as a leader during meetings
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in updating department leadership and stakeholders as requested, while liaising with other supervisors to ensure effective and efficient teamwork in support of client representation
• Oversee and evaluate employee performance, audit staff work product for accuracy and completeness, and provide ongoing training, mentoring, and guidance
• Ensure staff are aware of professional behaviors and client boundaries while supporting their development through coaching and supervision
• Analyze department data and compile reports and statistics to support decision-making and track performance
• Collaborate with community agencies and build relationships to secure social, educational, mental health, and employment resources for clients
• Monitor mitigation development and provide guidance to Mitigation Specialists
• Perform case-related functions, including conducting interviews; assessing client histories; preparing various reports and correspondence to present written and oral recommendations to attorneys and the court; providing testimony if needed; serving as liaison with mental health experts; assisting with jury selection, along with other administrative functions

Benefits

• 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
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager