The State’s Attorney’s Office is seeking a Victim/Witness Specialist to support victims and witnesses of crime and to aid prosecutors both with the preparation of a criminal case for trial and throughout the court process.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist attorneys by preparing victims and witnesses for trial and through case enhancement
  • Must have some knowledge of the court system and victim’s right
  • Must be able to review police reports, witness statements, 911 calls and other evidence
• Assist victims by providing support, information, safety planning and community resources. Contact with victims and witnesses includes but is not limited to:
  • Educating victims/witnesses on the court process
  • Obtaining victim input for bail reviews, plea hearings, sentencing
  • Providing court accompaniment for victims at all court hearings
  • Attending pre-trial conferences with victims and witnesses
  • Maintaining regular contact with victims throughout court process
  • Providing notifications to victims of case events and post-trial proceedings
  • Attending and participating in educational conferences/training seminars
  • Other duties as needed

Requirements:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in a human service related field (psychology, human services, sociology, criminal justice or related field)
• Ability to conduct empathetic and objective interviews with victims and witnesses
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and with sound judgment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fluid and dynamic environment
• May require travel between office locations

Please send a cover letter with a current resume to SAO_Resume@aacounty.org *NOTE - The selection process includes a comprehensive background investigation