Justice Reinvestment Specialist
About the role
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.
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.
Job Type: Unclassified. Department: Public Health.
Responsibilities
- 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