Victim Witness Program Assistant

Department:
Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney Victim Witness Program

Salary: $38,750 - $41,500 Part-time (25 hours per week; limited benefits)

The Prince William County Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney Victim Witness Program is seeking candidates to fill a part-time Victim Witness Administrative Assistant position. This position assists in providing direct services in accordance with the Virginia Crime Victim and Witness Rights Act and is grant funded by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services.

The Victim Witness Program Administrative Assistant will receive and initiate correspondence with clients; enter information accurately into a database; and provide direct services to crime victims and witnesses.

This position will often be the first person with whom a member of the public will interface with when they first contact the Victim Witness Assistance Program. As such, it is critical that the candidate understand the responsibilities of the Victim Witness Assistance Program so that they may serve as an effective liaison to the public and provide an approachable portal to the services offered by the Victim Witness Assistance Program.

Exceptional communication skills, knowledge of the criminal justice / court system, and experience with providing human services are required to succeed in this position. The candidate will have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of clients.

• Provide written materials to victims and witnesses which explain how to obtain the program’s services and summarize victim and witness rights established by the Crime Victim and Witness Rights Act.
• Provide explanations of criminal justice and courtroom procedures.
• Maintain a system to assist victims in minimizing unnecessary trips to court, provide disposition information to victims and witnesses; provide information and assistance to facilitate notice of judicial proceedings and inmate status; provide employer and other intercession services.
• Provide information and updates on court hearings and motions. Assist victims in completing and submitting Request for Confidentiality forms. As appropriate, assist in obtaining interpreter services for victims.
• Assist victims with completion and submission of Victim Impact Statements to the court.
• Assist victims in seeking and securing restitution by providing information about local procedures and referrals to appropriate personnel.
• Perform administrative activities for the Program including drafting correspondence and maintaining client and program records.
• Provide crisis intervention services and referrals for counseling and other human services agencies.

• A high school diploma and at least two years of experience providing administrative assistance in a human service delivery program or agency.
• Valid driver’s license
• Successfully pass a background check
• Familiarity with using basic computer systems and software
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Outlook (email and calendar) and Microsoft Word.
• The ability to type at least 60 words per minute and navigate Windows Operating systems with ease.

• Experience with KARPEL, Microsoft Office Suite, OCRA, Mocha
• Familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures

Submit a resume and letter highlighting your qualifications and interest in the position.

Tamara Thomas, Director

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