Violent Crimes Victim Liaison

City of Albuquerque•Albuquerque, NM

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform evaluation and assessment duties and functions in support of the Criminal Investigations Division; work as the liaison between investigations and victims to provide resources and increase engagement; identify and utilize resources to support victims of various types of domestic violence and abuse; perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing. Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Requirements

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, or sociology: and Three (3) years law enforcement or victim assistance experience.
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

Review and assess cases and sexual assault evidence kit DNA results; prioritize victims through initial evaluation of report information using lethality indicators.
Contact sexual assault, domestic violence and stalking victims to assess the nature and severity of the situation; determine what type of follow-up action may be needed to prevent the continuation and escalation of violence; advise victims of next steps related to the investigation.
Create and initiate action plan for each investigation; initiate referrals and recommended actions, including contacting District Court, District Attorney's Office, Victims Assistant Unit, Rape Crisis Center, SANE, and Crime Victims Reparation Commission.; identify and utilize resources to support victims, including restraining orders, safety planning, and financial assistance, as appropriate.
Gather and enter data on number of reports reviewed and victims contacted; provide summary statistics including number/percentage of repeat offenders, arrests, felonies, domestic violence-related homicides, victim demographics, and follow-up actions; assess baseline data and accomplishments to determine effectiveness of program and identify opportunities for improvement.
Establish and maintain effective communication, coordination, and cooperation with other law enforcement agencies, victim service organization, the District Attorney's Office, and the Courts.
Develop and sustain a process for accessing databases maintained by the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Department and the New Mexico State Police Violent Crimes staff; partner with these agencies to identify repeat offenders, common patterns, and trends.
Participate in monthly meetings hosted by the Albuquerque Family Advocacy Center Coordinating Committee; undertake special projects at the direction of higher-level management staff.
Periodically meet with services providers including Resources, Inc., Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE), and the Asian Family Center, to discuss mutual issues.
Work with personnel from the District Attorney's Office and District Court to resolve issues raised by victims regarding Order of Protection, court proceedings, and other judicial aspects of the investigation.
When Assigned to the Cold Case Unit: Review police reports and maintain case files in the Cold Case Unit.; assist detectives with categorizing the reception of tips
Contact victims’ families to assist in communicating follow-up action by detectives; advise victims of next steps related to the investigation.
Assist detectives with the collection and proper handling of evidence to include, video surveillance, audio, photography and other items related to violent crime investigations.
Periodically meet with service partners to assist in the Cold Case investigation.
Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of crisis outreach.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.