Victim Witness Advocate

Position Information

Become a Victim Witness Advocate I.

Starting salary up to $41.64/hourly ($86,907 annually) and a competitive total compensation package.

The District Attorney's Office is recruiting to fill two Victim Witness Advocate positions. One position is an ongoing position at the Victim Witness Advocate I level and the other one is a time-limited position currently funded through March 31st, 2026 at the Victim Witness Advocate II level depending on qualifications. If you are interested in applying at level I, you must apply to the separate concurrent recruitments being conducted for that level.

The District Attorney's Office is looking for a Victim Witness Advocate who will act as a liaison between the Deputy District Attorneys and the victims of crime to ensure their voice and rights are upheld. The Advocate will have daily contact with crime victims to provide regular court updates, refer them to community resources, and accompany them to court proceedings. The Victim Witness Advocate assists with general information helping the victim of a crime better understand the criminal justice process.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Managing independent caseloads
• Advocating for victims of crimes and individuals experiencing crisis situations
• Prioritizing multiple assignments in a fast‑paced environment
• Observing and listening to the needs of the victim
• Engaging with a diverse population
• Representing the division at community events and outreach activities

The ideal candidate will possess many of the following:

• Multiple years of experience working with victims of crimes
• Coursework in Social and Behavioral studies, Sociology, or Psychology
• Experience working with individuals who have sustained significant trauma and crisis situations
• Experience working with individuals from diverse socio‑economic and/or cultural backgrounds
• An understanding of cultural competence and diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Bilingual skills in English/Spanish desired, but not required

This position requires completion of a 40‑hour advocate training and a series of comprehensive trainings by a staff member which includes shadowing court procedures. This position also requires attending outreach events, and potentially working some weekends, and after normal business hours.

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you’re working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits including:

• Hybrid Telework - A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment.
• Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full‑time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range.
• Career Advancement - With time and good performance, the opportunity for advancement to Victim Witness Advocate II ($81,722 - 98,783 annually).
• Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year.
• County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for majority of employee‑only and employee + family health plan options.
• Post‑Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post‑retirement health insurance/benefits.
• Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security.
• Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment.
• Additional Benefits:
  Excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, professional development, and more.
• Student Loan Debt Relief – County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education.

* Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may…