2026

San Juan County•Friday Harbor, WA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

San Juan County is seeking candidates for our Victim/Witness Coordinator position, with two vacancies to fill. This role is responsible for providing information and support to crime victims, in line with the Office of Crime Victims Advocacy, Crime Victim Service Center, and Victim/Witness Assistance Grant Programs. This position is entirely grant-funded and involves close collaboration with attorneys to support crime victims. The first screening of applications will occur on July 1st, 2026, and early submission is encouraged.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in counseling, social services, and psychology, OR any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential job functions.
Must pass a background check.
Must complete Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) training.

Nice To Haves

Prior to providing services, a 30-hour pre-advocacy course is required.
10 additional hours of training are required in the first year.
Annually thereafter, 12 hours of training is required.

Responsibilities

Provide non-judgmental assistance and support to victims and witnesses in criminal cases.
As budget and grant documents allow, provide emergency financial assistance to victims of crime.
Review law enforcement reports to identify victims/witnesses and determine possible needs.
Promptly contact victims/witnesses and gather required information.
Keep the person harmed informed of their rights and the progress of their case (e.g., arraignments, changes of plea, trials, sentencing).
Accompany persons harmed to court and pre-trial interviews as needed.
Orient persons harmed to the criminal justice system.
Inform and provide guidance on preparing victim impact statements at sentencing, restitution paperwork, and necessary paperwork for financial benefits with the Office of Crime Victim Compensation.
Act as a liaison between victims/witnesses and prosecutors.
Document victim/witness contacts in the office case management database.
Coordinate with private and public organizations for services to victims harmed by crime, including emergency assistance.
Make appropriate referrals to local, state, and federal agencies for services, recognizing the limitations on confidentiality as part of the prosecutor’s office.
Coordinate training to support, inform, and provide outreach to individuals and community groups about available services and the rights of victims.
Under the direction of the Prosecuting Attorney, prepare and administer victim case files, maintain current data in InfoNet, and assist in preparing the county budget for the grant program.
Manage grant requirements and prepare all grant-required documentation, such as quarterly reports, certifications, and hours tracking.
Meet all grant training and reporting requirements.
Prepare and submit annual grant proposals to support the program.
Act as a public employee and municipal officer with courtesy and professionalism, adhering to the highest standard of ethics.
Perform other related duties as required by the Prosecuting Attorney consistent with grant requirements.