Victim Witness Coordinator - PA

Ada County•Boise, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ada County Prosecutor’s Office seeks a Victim Witness Coordinator to coordinate Victim-Witness Program services. The position assists crime victims and witnesses through crisis intervention, court support, social service referrals, community education, information about the criminal justice process, case-status notifications, and training. Each coordinator is assigned to support either victims and witnesses of homicide, child sexual and physical assault, rape, domestic violence, or other violent or exceptional-s circumstance crimes, or domestic violence victims and other victims as directed. The role advocates for victims within the criminal justice system and community, connects them with services, and coordinates support with prosecutors, law enforcement, courts, and other agencies. Work is primarily performed in an office, but the coordinator may respond to hospitals, homes, or crime scenes, including during evenings or weekends, and may be required to take on-call shifts. Applicants must submit an updated resume and cover letter. The incumbent is subject to criminal-record checks and fingerprinting, random drug testing because the position is safety sensitive, and the Code of Ethics for the legal profession.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
Two years of work experience in a crisis-intervention capacity.
Knowledge of the objectives of victim-witness programs.
Knowledge of processes involved in the criminal justice system.
Knowledge of applied sociology and psychology principles and practices.
Knowledge of data collection and public-relations contact techniques.
Ability to establish and maintain rapport with individuals in crisis and impacted by crime, including small children.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, members of other agencies, and the public.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to provide direct support to victims as needed.
Ability to work independently and creatively to track and solve problems.
Ability to think well and respond quickly in a crisis.
Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
Subject to criminal-record checks and fingerprinting.
Subject to random drug testing because the position is designated safety sensitive.
Must adhere to the Code of Ethics for the legal profession.
Must submit an updated resume and cover letter with the application.

Responsibilities

Provide support, guidance, and short-term crisis intervention to assigned crime victims and witnesses.
Advocate for victims and help ensure their needs are addressed in the criminal justice system and community.
Maintain a register of referral agencies and refer victims to appropriate community resources.
Make referrals for medical, psychological, legal, financial, shelter, and employment services.
Monitor court calendars and case status, and maintain records, statistical data, and case files.
Provide information about case status and disposition.
Support prosecutors and law enforcement officials during victim and witness interviews.
Coordinate court appearances and escort victims to court for support.
Assist with property return and filing Victim's Compensation Applications.
Coordinate program operations with other parts of the law enforcement and criminal justice systems.
Maintain liaison with other agencies’ programs to provide technical assistance and coordinate services.
Gather statistical data relevant to the Victim-Witness Program.
Assist with educational presentations to law enforcement, schools, criminal justice agencies, and community organizations.
Perform related duties as required.
May respond to hospitals, homes, or crime scenes to assist detectives with victims during evenings or weekends, in accordance with the on-call policy.
May take on-call shifts with the Ada County Sheriff’s Office Victim Witness Program.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Vacation and sick leave starting on day one
11 paid holidays annually
Participation in a state retirement system with an 11.96% employer contribution
457(b) deferred compensation plan with up to 3% county match
401(k)
Paid parental leave
Life insurance
Wellness programs
Ongoing training opportunities and career pathing
Student loan forgiveness eligibility through the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, subject to conditions