Victims' Rights Coordinator

Livingston County•Howell, MI

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Livingston County was named a 2025 Top Workplace by the Detroit Free Press! Based solely on employee feedback, the Top Workplace title is a badge of honor for the County. With over 700 employees serving within 18 departments, 6 elected offices, and 3 Courts, Livingston County's top priority is providing effective and efficient services that improve the quality of life for all of our residents. Under the supervision of the Prosecutor, this position has responsibility for activities required of the Prosecutor's Office under the Victim Rights Act. The Victims' Rights Coordinator has primary responsibility for the completion of statutory requirements. The position organizes and provides required services and coordinates with other agencies to assure full compliance.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED supplemented by additional college-level coursework in criminal justice, social work, or related field and three years of progressively more responsible experience in a legal or social work setting.
Michigan Vehicle Operator's License.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of court procedures and proceedings.
Considerable knowledge of the Victim Rights Act, communicating court procedures and proceedings to victims and witnesses, handling sensitive information and situations, interviewing and obtaining relevant information from persons in crisis, ensuring witnesses and victims are prepared and scheduled for appearances, preparing legal documents related to victim rights, and maintaining detailed and accurate records.
Knowledge of basic crisis intervention and counseling techniques.
Skill in assembling and analyzing data and preparing comprehensive and accurate reports.
Skill in effectively communicating ideas and concepts orally and in writing.
Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with County employees, contractors to the County, representatives of other governmental units, professional contacts, elected officials, and the public.
Ability to assess situations, solve problems, work effectively under stress, within deadlines, and in emergency situations.
Skill in the use of office equipment and technology, including Microsoft Suite applications, the County's financial software and software programs utilized by the Prosecutor's Office.
Ability to attend meetings scheduled at times other than normal business hours.

Nice To Haves

The County, at its discretion, may consider an alternative combination of formal education and work experience.

Responsibilities

Responds to questions and concerns of victims, their families and friends, and witnesses regarding the legal process and outcomes, and coordinates activities with other staff to ensure rights are upheld.
Prepares letters and other correspondence notifying victims and witnesses of schedules, status, and the outcome of the case.
Contacts victims and witnesses, schedules appearances, and follows up to ensure individuals appear as scheduled.
Assists victims and witnesses that are out-of-state with coordination of air travel, transportation, and housing arrangements.
Attends courtroom proceedings with victims or witnesses to encourage and support individuals during the trial process.
Assists victims and witnesses with completing appropriate paperwork, maintains appropriate records, requests medical or police records, and completes additional forms as required.
Processes victim statements and resolutions that are received for victims.
Prepares a variety of reports that detail department operations and statistics or that are required by the County, state, or federal programs.
Prepares and maintains financial records for reporting to the State of Michigan Department of Community Mental Health for division activities and expenditures as required.
Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Retirement plan includes a 401a with up to 8% employer contribution
Comprehensive Medical, Pharmacy, Dental & Vision
Optional HSA with an employer match
Optional Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation plan
Short-term & Long-term disability & Basic Life & AD&D insurance
Health & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid vacation, sick days & 13 Holidays.
Unused vacation and sick time rolls over
Tuition Reimbursement
Up to $500 annual Wellness reimbursement & $100 incentive for completing your annual physical & Health Assessment .
Voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital & Whole Life policies
Employee assistance program
Pro-rated based on DOH