Justice Reinvestment Specialist

maricopa; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 67,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance

Opportunities for growth and dev.

Low-cost healthcare

Job summary

The Maricopa County Department of Public Health seeks a detail-oriented and analytical Justice Reinvestment Specialist to support planning, implementation, and evaluation of Justice Reinvestment initiatives funded through Proposition 207.

You will perform professional-level research, analysis, and program coordination to support strategic investments addressing justice, behavioral health, substance use, and community needs.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience developing federal, state, or private grant proposals or preparing, negotiating, and monitoring contract documents and contractors.
• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Business Finance, Social Work, or a closely related field.
• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

Responsibilities

• Conducts professional-level research and evaluation of justice and public health initiatives to assess program effectiveness, outcomes, and community-level impact.
• Develops data-driven insights and actionable recommendations to inform strategic planning, decision-making, investments, and policy direction to leadership.
• Coordinates and monitors contracts, programs, and projects, including cross-system initiatives involving multiple partners.

Skills

Research and analysis

Contract coordination

Data interpretation

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Health or related field

Job description

Job Type Unclassified

Department Public Health

Anticipated Hiring Range: $66,750 - $76,187 annually

Full Pay Range: $66,750 - $104,500 annually

About the Position

Are you passionate about advancing data-driven strategies that improve public health and reduce justice system involvement? Do you thrive in a role that requires critical thinking, research, and cross-system collaboration to drive meaningful systems change?

The Maricopa County Department of Public Health seeks a detail-oriented and analytical Justice Reinvestment Specialist to support the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Justice Reinvestment initiatives funded through Proposition 207. In this role, you will perform professional-level research, analysis, and program coordination to support strategic investments that address justice, behavioral health, substance use, and community needs. This position also plays a key role in coordinating and monitoring contracts and funded programs, ensuring alignment with statutory requirements, performance expectations, and county priorities.

The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, experience working with data and programs, and the ability to translate complex information into clear insights that support strategic decision-making.

About Us

Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health , the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPH's mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies, programs, and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on health and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staff's unique skills and differences, as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together, we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy, thriving Maricopa County for all.

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 the 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 an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

• Four years of experience developing federal, state, or private grant proposals or preparing, negotiating, and monitoring contract documents and contractors
• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Business Finance, Social Work, or a closely related field
• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

Other Requirements

• Within one month of hire, all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria), Varicella (chickenpox), and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test

We Also Value

• Experience conducting professional-level research and analysis to support programs, policies, or funding decisions
• Experience coordinating or supporting public sector programs, grants, or contracts, as well as knowledge of justice system processes, diversion, reentry, or behavioral health systems
• Experience supporting strategic planning or program implementation efforts, analyzing data and translating findings into actionable recommendations, and engaging stakeholders or supporting advisory groups

Job Contributions

• Conducts professional-level research and evaluation of justice and public health initiatives to assess program effectiveness, outcomes, and community-level impact, including analysis of performance metrics to determine investment alignment and best use.
• Develops data-driven insights and actionable recommendations to inform strategic planning, decision-making, strategic investments, and policy direction to make recommendations to leadership to reduce program funding gaps
• Coordinates and monitors contracts, programs, and projects, including cross-system initiatives involving