Victim Assistant; Spanish Speaking

Victim Assistant (Spanish Speaking)

Provo City is looking for a full-time contract Victim Assistant to provide paraprofessional liaison work assisting victims of violent crime through social services and the legal system. This is a grant-funded, contract position for a minimum duration of 1 year; however, this position is expected to continue beyond one year based on funding.

Compensation Package

Pay Rate: (G25) $24.25 - $33.43 per hour (depending on qualifications)

Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks: free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena, a Provo Library card, 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course, a 4/10 work schedule, and others.

Main Duties

• Assist and support victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, other crimes against persons, and violent crimes.
• Collect information and assist victims in filling out reports, orders of protection, and other documents as needed.
• Advise victims and next-of-kin of available resources and programs.
• Coordinate the services of various agencies and programs on the victim's behalf to enhance the safety of victims and help facilitate offender accountability.
• Assist victims and children through court procedures, including informing them of court dates, case status, nuances of the justice system, scheduling appointments, assisting in preparation of trial testimony, and providing support.
• Testify in court as needed and provide recommendations to the court on reparations and restitution.
• Conduct research and collect statistics on violent crimes in Provo City.
• Attend daily police briefings.
• Notify next-of-kin in cases involving death.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or other job-related field.
• One year of experience in crisis intervention, victim assistance, law enforcement, social services, or job-related field.
• Valid, lawful Driver License.
• Oral and written fluency in Spanish required.

Schedule

This is a full-time, 40 hours a week position. This position is part of an on-call rotation program. All full-time advocates are part of an on-call rotation providing after hours responses one week a month.

Selection Process

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with the first screening being held on June 29, 2026. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration. If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City?

Provo City has a vision for continued prosperity based on citizen priorities. To deliver on those priorities, the Administration developed a brand promise to establish the high standards of our community identifies as the Provo Pillars:
Welcoming, Safe and Sound, Economically Vibrant, and Forward Looking. Together we are building a strong foundation for a community that is honored both nationally and locally. Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. Visit provo.gov to learn more!

Provo City is an equal opportunity employer.