Restitution Specialist

Maricopa County•Madison, AZ

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Crime victims deserve the opportunity to seek restitution, and you can help by becoming a Restitution Specialist in our office! As a Restitution Specialist, you will provide supportive services to crime victims, assisting them at restitution hearings and coordinating with attorneys, victim advocates, and staff members to provide valuable assistance throughout the victim restitution process. You will be responsible for the legal restitution clerical work of the Victim Services Division. You have a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others! About Us We believe in integrity. We believe in justice for all. And we are proud to deliver high-quality prosecution, comprehensive victim 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!

Requirements

Three years of progressively responsible legal, court, justice system, or administrative support-related experience
High School Diploma or GED
Post-secondary education may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis
Must currently possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona Driver's License at the time of hire
Ability to travel to and from various county locations for meetings and training, utilizing personal or County vehicles
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills in English and Spanish

Responsibilities

Collect, assemble, organize, and maintain restitution information and case files
Monitor the progress of restitution requests
Coordinate with attorneys, victim advocates, and staff members to obtain restitution information from victims and prepare required paperwork for court
Review and determine the sufficiency of restitution information
Identify, develop, and recommend new or revised restitution processes and programs
Maintain a database of contacts and phone numbers for business and insurance victims
Redact and scan restitution documents into the data system as required
Disclose restitution documents to the defense attorney and prepare restitution motions for the assigned attorney
Provide basic resources and referrals to crime victims
Attend restitution hearings and other criminal justice-related meetings or proceedings with or on behalf of crime victims to provide factual restitution information or moral support
Work in the presence of or with a trained canine that comforts victims

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance with a consistent Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. schedule
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Individual and collective awards for our various programs and for our leadership in the field, innovative programs, and for going above and beyond the services to victims
Division-wide training and various opportunities for training to advance victims' rights
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 12% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1