Training and Outreach Specialist

State of Utah•Salt Lake City, UT

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Utah Office for Victims of Crime (UOVC) is seeking a Training and Outreach Specialist to coordinate training and technical assistance for victim services programs across Utah. Under the direction of the Training and Outreach Manager, the specialist supports statewide training events, academies, and individual programs, and helps conduct outreach on victim services, particularly to underserved communities. This is a full-time, benefited position with a hybrid schedule involving both in-office and remote work. Applicants must be Utah residents, and frequent travel throughout the state is required.

Requirements

Utah residency.
Three years of experience in victim services and/or training or outreach coordination, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Extensive experience working with underserved populations.
Ability to foster collaboration with partner agencies and within the UOVC team.
Ability to travel frequently to different areas of Utah throughout the year.
Positive attitude and willingness to serve as a resource to others.
High motivation and ability to lead by example.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and adapt to and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to embody a trauma-informed approach in all work.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google applications; and grant management systems.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, or a related field, or equivalent years of experience in the field.

Responsibilities

Organize and implement the 40-hour Utah Victim Assistance Academy basic training for victim advocates at least three times per year.
Coordinate quarterly SWAVO (Statewide Advocates for Victims Organization) training events and co-facilitate the SWAVO Steering Committee.
Assist with the statewide response to mass casualties and the statewide annex plan.
Develop collaborative relationships with state coalitions on best practices and core training topics.
Help local areas build partnerships and collaboration, understand the unique needs of each service area, and conduct on-site meetings.
Provide one-on-one training, support, and mentoring to victim services providers as requested.
Assist with statewide needs assessments and training plans for victim services.
Provide training on victim rights, the victim advocate role, confidentiality, trauma-informed response, ethics, collaboration, and other requested topics.
Facilitate monthly forums with victim advocates statewide and send weekly SWAVO listserv bulletins.
Identify underserved crime victim populations, develop collaborative relationships, and travel to meet with local leaders.
Manage the statewide victim services directory by communicating with providers and keeping resources updated.
Oversee annual National Crime Victims' Rights Week activities.
Manage UOVC social media accounts.