State Attorney's Office, 1St Circuit- Victim​/Witness Specialist

Position: STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 1ST CIRCUIT- VICTIM/WITNESS SPECIALIST I - 21004740

State Attorney's Office, 1st Circuit - Victim/Witness Specialist I

Requisition No: 867077

Agency:
Justice Administrative Commission

Working Title:

STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 1ST CIRCUIT- VICTIM/WITNESS SPECIALIST I -

Location:

Pensacola, Florida (Escambia County)

Minimum starting annual salary: $35,360.00 (commensurate with experience)

Job Overview

The Victim Advocate provides direct support to victims of crime through each stage of the Criminal Justice System. Victim Advocates act as a liaison between the Assistant State Attorney and the victims involved in the criminal cases prosecuted by the Office of the State Attorney.

Responsibilities

• Make initial contact with victims of crime to explain the criminal justice process, refer them to appropriate community resources, and advise them of their rights within the criminal justice system.
• Maintain and document ongoing contact with victims and keep them informed of their right to attend and provide input at each crucial stage of the court hearing.
• Serve as the primary emotional support for victims and provide guidance during the criminal justice process.
• Attend depositions, hold victim office interviews, attend court proceedings, and assist victims with paperwork as necessary.

Minimum Training and Experience Required

• High school diploma or equivalency and experience in criminal justice, social science, counseling, public contact, or customer service; or equivalent training and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for experience.
• Preferred background in social work, criminal justice, psychology, or a related field.
• Preferred training and/or work experience in the dynamics of victimization, community services, and crisis intervention.

Qualifications

• Must pass a background check for employment.
• Must provide proof of identity and U.S. citizenship or legal right to work.
• Must practice honesty, confidentiality, and professional conduct.
• Must maintain satisfactory attendance and job performance level.
• Must comply with the harassment‑free workplace policy and safe workplace procedures.

How to Apply

for the Position

Individuals must use the State of FL “People First” electronic application and include a résumé and cover letter. All résumés and People First applications will be confirmed as received by email.

Methods of Contacting Employer

E-MAIL: hr

PHONE:

Agency Head

Ginger Bowden Madden, State Attorney. Employment is “At Will” and non‑contracted. Agency pays under the Florida Prosecuting Attorneys Association Pay Plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center . Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

Drug-Free Workplace

All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Retirement Information

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at on how your current benefits may be affected if you are re‑employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

Contact for Assistance

People First Service Center: or 877‑562‑7287 (Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time)

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