MITIGATION SPECIALIST

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MITIGATION SPECIALIST

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MITIGATION SPECIALIST

 Salary $36.34 - $53.73 Hourly Location Clark County - Las Vegas, NV Job Type

PERMANENT

Job Number 31589 Department Special Public Defender Opening Date 06/30/2026 Closing Date 7/14/2026 5:01 PM Pacific

DESCRIPTION

ABOUT

THE POSITION

The Clark County Special Public Defender's Office is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Mitigation Specialist position. This position will join a defense team representing individuals charged with the most serious offenses, including death penalty cases. The ideal candidate will conduct mitigation investigations, gather and analyze records, locate and interview clients, family members, and other collateral witnesses, develop comprehensive psychosocial histories, identify and document factors relevant to sentencing, and assist clients in accessing community resources and support services. The successful candidate will work closely with attorneys, investigators, experts, clients, and their families to develop compelling mitigation evidence and advocate for positive client outcomes.

THE SALARY FOR THIS RECRUITMENT HAS BEEN CHANGED AND IS NOW REFLECTED IN THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT.

This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process. Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union. Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in social work, criminal justice or a related field AND two (2) years full-time previous professional experience in capital mitigation. Possession of an advanced degree in criminal justice or social work may be substituted for one year of experience outlined above. All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.

Licensing and Certification:

Must possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License at time of appointment.

Background Investigation:

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.

Citizenship:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing:

Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Works independently and as part of a defense team conducting criminal investigations for capital cases. Compiles historical information through interviewing and record gathering for mitigation/competency. Investigates, develops and presents information that supports a sentence other than death in capital cases. Prepares comprehensive psychosocial histories. Accesses community resources. Advocates for clients in the criminal justice system. Interviews high risk clients in-custody at the jail. Coordinates expert witnesses. Provides support to clients and their families. Provides information/education to attorneys regarding developmental disabilities, mental Health and substance abuse issues. Assists in competency screenings. Maintains confidentiality/privilege within the agency. Prepares and presents accurate case information/persuasive mitigation reports to the court. Maintains a network of contacts within the criminal justice system to facilitate and expedite services for our clients. Accurately assesses clients needs in order to make appropriate recommendation. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work. Drives a personal or County motor vehicle to attend meetings and make site visits. May be required to testify in court regarding actions, observations and information obtained as it relates to mitigation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle in order to attend meetings or site visits; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Must be available for travel within and outside the State of Nevada. Employer Clark County Address 500 S. Grand Central Pkwy, 3rd Floor PO Box 551791 Las Vegas, Nevada, 89155-1791 Phone (702)455-4565