Bilingual (Spanish) & Non-bilingual Victim Assistance Specialist

THE POSITION
The District Attorney's Office currently has a vacancies for Bilingual & non-bilingual Victim Assistance Specialist. The bilingual position requires the employee to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing in Spanish and English. Additional compensation is provided to staff members occupying positions designated as bilingual.

Please note: We are also accepting applications for non-bilingual candidates to establish a pool of candidates for future full-time, part-time, limited-duration, and/or temporary vacancies within the next six months.

The Position
The Victim Assistance Specialist will have a varied caseload of all types of criminal cases and will work with assigned district attorneys covering their caseloads. The Victim Assistance Specialist will also work closely with the Victim Assistance Team to ensure that all of the cases and court appearances will be covered on a daily basis. The primary functions of the Victim Assistance Specialist include:

• Communicating with victims in person, on the phone, and in writing to inform them of their constitutional rights and assist them in asserting them.
• Documenting in the computer database the nature and frequency of the victim contacts.
• Accompanying the victim to various court appearances if requested.
• Assisting in the documentation of possible claims for restitution.
• Meets with community partners to support joint efforts to assist victims of crime.
• Presents about the role of the victim advocate to community groups and partners.
• Keeps up on current laws, policies and skills in the area of victim assistance and will be given opportunities for additional training and professional growth and development.

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for this position will have an in-depth understanding of the complexities of the criminal justice system and the roles of the various persons in that system. They will understand the resources in the community that are available to assist victims of crime, and possess exceptional communication skills. They will also be comfortable giving presentations and assisting in trainings.



ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• An associate degree or equivalent in Criminal Justice, Corrections, Social Work, or related fields; and one (1) year of experience as an advocate in the justice system, probation, victim assistance, or other closely related areas serving vulnerable populations. OR
• Three (3) years of work experience as an advocate in the justice system, probation, victim assistance, or other closely related areas serving vulnerable populations.

Additional Requirements

• Possession of a Victim Service Professional certification within one (1) year of hire date
• Must pass a comprehensive background investigation.
• Bilingual positions require oral and written fluency in another language.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Your cover letter must:

• Highlight key points of your application
• Provide a detailed explanation of your training, education, and experience working with victims of crime. Include information about the type of victims you worked with, your role in providing services to victims and the agency for which you worked
• Describe your experience working with diverse communities

Selection Process

1. MQ Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.
2. SME Review: Applications for candidates that meet minimum qualifications will be forwarded to a panel of subject matter experts (SME) who will review and score your cover letter and other application materials. This process may take up to 2 weeks.
3. Panel Interview(s): Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates that meet the minimum qualifications and pass the SME review as soon as possible.

Our Commitment to You
We are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Bilingual Positions
Bilingual positions require that the incumbent have knowledge of the Spanish language, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Skill in writing Spanish accurately; ability to speak Spanish fluently; and ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing are required. Additional compensation is provided to staff members occupying positions designated as bilingual.

Veterans' Preference
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: .

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.

Status of Your Application
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Questions Regarding This Recruitment?
Contact Brighton Bohnenkamp, Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Brighton_Bohnenkamp@washingtoncountyor.gov

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