Victim Services Administrative Assistant

Yuma County, AZ • Yuma, AZ

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About The Position

Under general supervision performs administrative work of moderate difficulty in routine or special project work for a department or unit. This position has department specific responsibility. Provides administrative support to Victim Services Division and Director; provides assistance with administering Victim Services Programs; participates in all personnel related activities within Victim Services; schedules appointments and division meetings; takes meeting minutes; assists with monitoring existing grants and program related activities; assists with the development of new or revised operating procedures; may coordinate selected functions within Victim Services; prepares verbal and written reports, documenting relevant program statistics in preparation of program evaluations; locates and distributes documentation and official records as needed and permitted by law; maintains high standards of confidentiality regarding sensitive information and victim records; assist with interpretation of policy & procedures for staff and victims; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in criminal justice, public relations, social work, or a closely related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in a legal office setting; OR three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in an office setting.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license.
• Requires successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Yuma County policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Department guidelines, regulations, and statutes.
• Knowledge of Arizona Criminal Justice System and Arizona Victims' Rights Act.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and methods for advocacy and case management.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support to Victim Services Division and Director.
• Assists with administering Victim Services Programs.
• Participates in all personnel related activities within Victim Services.
• Schedules appointments and division meetings.
• Takes meeting minutes.
• Assists with monitoring existing grants and program related activities.
• Assists with the development of new or revised operating procedures.
• Coordinates selected functions within Victim Services.
• Prepares verbal and written reports documenting relevant program statistics.
• Locates and distributes documentation and official records as needed.
• Maintains high standards of confidentiality regarding sensitive information and victim records.
• Assists with interpretation of policy & procedures for staff and victims.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• EOE/AA/ADAAA/M/F/V/D
• Drug Free Workplace

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree