Mitigation Specialist

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Organization name: 
Federal Defender Program, Inc.
Job type: 
Legal - Defender
Position Description: 

Mitigation Specilaists assist attorneys across the Northern District of Georgia in investigating, analyzing, developing, and
presenting mitigation evidence in the life history of clients. The mitigation specialist will gather and summarize social history
records and conduct interviews with lay and professional people with relevant knowledge about the client’s early childhood
development, education, employment, and medical and mental health histories. The mitigation specialist will also consult
experts; develop and maintain relationships with clients, their family members, local social service providers, and pretrial
services/probation officers; and perform other duties as assigned. They must maintain sufficient knowledge of current
research and trends in areas such as substance abuse, mental health, psychology, and treatment. The Mitigation Specialist
will prepare mitigation reports which will be filed and may be asked to testify in court.

Requirements: 

Minimum qualifications for this position are a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Criminal Justice, Social Work, or a related
discipline. Commitment to indigent defense and personal integrity are essential. Three years investigative or similar
experience. The position will require travel during work hours, as well as occasional overnight travel. Valid driver’s license,
vehicle, and insurance are required for this position.

To apply: 

https://www.cognitoforms.com/FederalDefenderProgram/TrialUnitNonCapitalM...

Notes: 
• Equal Opportunity Employer: FDP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, height, weight, veteran status, military obligations, marital or parental status, or any other protected characteristic. • Non-Tolerance for Discrimination and Harassment: FDP does not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any personnel decisions or workplace interactions. • Nonprofit Employees: Employees of the Federal Defender Program are not federal employees. The Federal Defender Program, Inc. is a nonprofit corporation funded by the Judiciary. • Drug-Free Workplace: FDP is a drug-free workplace. • Funding Contingency: This position is contingent upon the availability of federal funding.
Submission deadline: 
Thursday, February 5, 2026

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