TEMP Victim Witness Coordinator (KD-46238)

CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF THE COLVILLE RESERVATION•Coulee City, WA

2d•$24 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Victim/ Witness Coordinator performs professional work assisting victims and witnesses in criminal court cases, and coordinating the Victim Witness Program for the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation.

Requirements

This position typically requires an Associate’s Degree in a related field; AND 48 months paid experience demonstrating the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Requires knowledge of or an openness to learn about the Colville Tribes culture, family dynamics, community dynamics, and the impact domestic violence has had in Indian Country.
Requires knowledge of the Colville Tribes Law and Order Code, Washington State Crime Victim’s Compensation Act, and the Violence Against Women Act.
Requires knowledge of the various DV/SA service providers available to victims.
Requires knowledge of Tribal Court procedures and legal terminology.
Requires knowledge of protection orders, how to obtain one and when they apply to a protected person.
Requires knowledge of Full, Faith and Credit.
Requires knowledge, skills, and ability in the use of a computer, telephone, facsimile.
Requires knowledge, sensitivity, and experience with issues regarding domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking and other issues related to victimization.
Requires knowledge and ability to work with victims who have experienced a traumatic event, and/ or who may suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Requires ability to assist in the preparation of legal documents, such as Temporary Restraining Orders, Protection Orders, NO-Contact Orders, subpoenas, etc.
Requires ability to articulate self in a clear and concise manner both orally and in written form.
Requires ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with law enforcement, prosecutors, defense counsel, courts, Advocates, Tribal and State victim service providers and the community.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with persons of different cultures, ethnicities, and socio-economic status and variety of personnel in varying positions both internal and external, treating all individuals with patience, sensitivity, respect, and dignity.
Requires ability to openly communicate with supervisor in regards to the status of personal well-being, due to the sensitive nature of the cases being handled.
Requires ability to manage a large caseload.
Requires ability to work with a high level of integrity and work ethic.
Requires to work with other courts, law enforcement, legal offices, and the public.
Requires ability to plan, organize and prioritize work in order to meet schedules and timelines.
Requires ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Requires ability to work as a contributing member of a team, work productively and cooperatively.
Requires the ability to use a personal computer to produce correspondence and reports, must be able to type and use a keyboard accurately.
Requires the ability to work in a high stress environment and multi-task on a daily basis.
Requires the ability to uphold the highest level of confidentiality throughout employment and maintain confidentiality thereafter leaving the position, and willing to sign a confidentiality agreement.
Requires ability to handle stress and make sound decisions.
Requires ability to function indoors in an office environment engaged in work of primarily a sedentary nature.
Requires sufficient ambulatory ability to walk to project locations, to stand for extended periods of time, and to bend and stoop for limited periods of time.
Requires sufficient arm-hand-eye coordination to operate a computer keyboard and pointing devises at a proficient level.
Requires sufficient visual acuity to read technical documents and instructions.
Requires the ability to lift, push, and pull objects of medium weight (less than 50 lbs.) on an occasional basis.
Requires the ability to grasp, reach, push, and pull and move light weight work materials and supplies.
Requires sufficient arm, hand, finger dexterity to use a personal computer keyboard, multimedia, and other office equipment.
Requires the ability to sit for prolonged periods of times as required by the position.
Requires the ability to use hearing and speech to make presentations to large audiences and carry on conversations over the phone and in person.
Requires the ability to work a non-standard schedule.
Requires the ability to drive in adverse weather conditions.
Must submit to and successfully clear an extensive criminal background inquiry with a history of no felony or misdemeanor convictions and maintain clearance throughout employment.
Work history must reflect above average attendance.
Must provide a completed application, resume’ and three (3) professional references.
Must notify immediate supervisor of any involvement with law enforcement, which is not work related within 12 hours.