State's Attorney's Victim Advocate

State of Vermont•Burlington, VT

38d•$29 - $46

About The Position

The Chittenden County State’s Attorney’s Office in Burlington, VT is seeking a self-motivated, organized and dependable person to fill a Victim Advocate position. This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week Monday-Friday, State paygrade 24, salary range of $29.15 to $45.58 hourly depending upon relevant experience as determined by the Department. The position is eligible for State benefits. Must have the ability to travel (generally within county and state) as required by the State’s Attorney or Department. The Victim Advocate provides assistance, guidance and information to victims of crime to help them understand and navigate the criminal justice system, and work to reduce the adverse impact of victimization. Works to ensure fair treatment of the victim by the entities with whom the victim may interact (State’s Attorneys, law enforcement, courts, corrections, etc.). Must provide timely information to victims about the status of their case, and assist and prepare victims for key events such as depositions, arraignments, conferences, jury draw, trials, sentencing hearings. Explains support services and the restitution and compensation systems.

Requirements

Ability to explain legal procedures and determinations to victims.
Must be able to manage a high-volume caseload in a timely and effective manner under deadlines.
Ability to work under pressure in an emotionally charged environment.
Ability to interview and elicit key information, analyze problems and recommend solutions.
Must maintain confidentiality of information in accordance with state and federal rules and law.
Computer skills are required, and must perform data entry into the SAS case management system.
Must maintain self-composure under stressful situations.
Must establish effective working relationships and respectfully interact with victims, co-workers and supervisors, state and federal colleagues, victim advocacy organizations, social service, educational, judicial and community supports, and with the public.
Must represent the State’s Attorney’s Office in a professional manner at all times, both on and off duty.
Must have excellent interpersonal skills, and demonstrate empathy, emotional intelligence and maturity, particularly in dealing with victims of crime and other vulnerable populations.
Bachelor’s Degree.
One year of work experience at or above a technical support level in counseling, social work, legal work, human services program delivery, criminal justice, paralegal work, or other related, relevant discipline.
Relevant work experience may be considered and substituted for the Bachelor’s degree on a 6-month for semester basis, as solely determined by the Department.
Must be proficient in typing and in using Office 365.
Must have excellent writing skills and verbal presentation skills.
Must pass Vermont State Tax compliance, and may be required to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

provide assistance, guidance and information to victims of crime
ensure fair treatment of the victim by the entities with whom the victim may interact
provide timely information to victims about the status of their case
assist and prepare victims for key events such as depositions, arraignments, conferences, jury draw, trials, sentencing hearings
Explain support services and the restitution and compensation systems