VICTIM ADVOCATE

Location

Farmington, NM | United States

Job description

JOB OPENING

CITY OF FARMINGTON

JOB POSITION #124: VICTIM ADVOCATE

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1

DEPARTMENT: Police/Detectives

PAY GRADE : I - Non-Exempt

HIRING RANGE : $18.9497 - $29.4879/Hour

DAYS WORKED: Varies

HOURS WORKED: Varies

TYPE OF POSITION: Regular, Full-Time

WORK LOCATION: Farmington Police Department

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED THROUGH: Until Filled

JOB DUTIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Using excellent customer service skills, establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and all members of the general public.

Performs a variety of administrative duties, coordinating and directing services for victims of violent crime. A significant aspect of the work involves professional contact with adult and child victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and homicide, as well as professional contact with law enforcement staff and community groups/agencies.

Works under the general supervision of the Detective Supervisors.

Acts as a liaison between victims of violent crime and law enforcement professionals, prosecutorial staff, community resources and other legal services.

Maintains an accurate list of resources available to crime victims. Provides referrals for emergency financial assistance, counseling, housing and other social service needs for victims, as appropriate.

Assists victims in evaluating their level of personal safety. Addresses concerns the victim(s) may have regarding their safety and that of their family throughout the criminal justice process.

Provides emotional support for victims and/or the victim's lawful representative throughout the criminal justice process. Provides information to assist victims in understanding the various steps a case will take as it progresses through the criminal justice system.

Informs victims and/or the victim's lawful representative of charges filed against the defendant and the defendant's incarceration status.

Provides support and preparation for victims and witnesses during interviews and court proceedings.

Provides referrals to the New Mexico Crime Victims Reparation Commission (CVRC) for assistance with compensable expenses and assistance in completing and submitting the CVRC application.

Provides victims with information pertaining to their rights under the Victims of Crime Act, 31-26-4 NMSA.

Maintains statistical reports on violent crime calls received by law enforcement personnel. Processes appropriate forms and documents related to domestic violence arrests. sexual assaults, stalking and other related crimes.

Coordinates and conducts public speaking presentations for community groups, private organizations and City staff. Conducts and coordinates training for law enforcement professionals in the areas of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse.

Establishes and maintains working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, other City personnel and the public.

Works closely with various agencies and committees.

Operates a motor vehicle to assist in carrying out the business of the department and the City.

Attendance at work is an essential function of this position.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position is subject to the City of Farmington's Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy which includes: pre employment testing, post-accident testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return to duty testing, and follow-up testing.

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social services or a related field; or four years of experience in a victim assistance program or law enforcement field or judicial field; or a satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience.

All applicants must provide enough information for a thorough background check.

Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record for past three years .

Working knowledge of the adult and juvenile criminal justice system.

Good knowledge of victimology and crisis intervention techniques.

Ability to effectively communicate in both oral and written form.

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Working knowledge of computers and electronic data processing; working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures

Ability to maintain extreme confidentiality concerning all affairs of the Police Department, City and other sensitive information obtained or received.

Ability to work under stress and handle stressful situations.

Ability to meet deadlines.

Ability to operate tools and equipment listed.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Motor vehicle, telephone, personal computer, laptop, including word processing and spreadsheet software, copy,scanning and fax machines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a normal office setting, as well as various locations throughout the community.

The noise level in the work environment is typical of a normal office, ranging from quiet to moderately loud.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F/D/V.

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