Victim Witness Advocate - Time Limited

Position: Victim Witness Advocate I - Time Limited
The Sonoma County Office of the District Attorney is seeking an experienced and dedicated professional to join their Victim Services Division as a Victim Witness Advocate I.

Starting salary up to $41.64/hour ($86,907/year) and a competitive total compensation package!
* The District Attorney's Office is currently recruiting to fill a Victim Witness Advocate I - Time-Limited position that is currently funded through March 31, 2027.

The District Attorney's Office

The District Attorney's Office is looking for a Victim Witness Advocate I, who will act as a liaison between the Deputy District Attorneys and victims of crime to ensure their voice is heard 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 I assists with general information to help the victim of a crime better understand the criminal justice process. In this role, you will assist with submission of California Victim Compensation Applications and compiling of restitution documents.

Additional responsibilities include:

* Managing an independent caseload

* Advocating for victims of crime and individuals experiencing crisis situations

* Prioritizing multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment

* Observing and listening to the needs of victims

* Engaging with a diverse population, under-served communities, and immigrants

* Representing the division at community events and outreach activities

The ideal candidate will possess many of the following:

* Multiple years of professional experience working with victims of crime

* 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), (English/Mandarin), (English/Korean), (English/Punjabi), (English/Triki), or (English/Polynesian) are highly preferred, but not required

Please note:

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

What We Offer

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 ($38.94 - $47.33/hour)

* 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 the 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 be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 Memorandum Of Understanding (SEIU MOU) and our Employee Benefits Directory.

This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment.

Application submissions require the Supplemental Questionnaire to be completed.

Experience:

Experience that would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, two years of responsible public contact…