Victim Advocacy Coordinator - Bilingual​/Biliterate English​/Spanish Required

Victim Advocacy Coordinator

The City of Yakima Legal Department is looking for a bilingual/biliterate English/Spanish service-oriented individual to join a team of dedicated individuals who take pride in public service. The Victim Advocacy Coordinator plays an integral role in providing support, outreach and assistance to victims of domestic violence and other related crimes. This position is grant funded and currently approved through September 30, 2027.

There is no guarantee of work after that time. Minimum requirements include a bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field plus one year of experience providing services to victims and/or witnesses via social work; criminal, civil or municipal law; or related field. OR An associate degree in paralegal studies or closely related field, and three years' experience providing services to victims and/or witnesses via social work;

criminal, civil or municipal law; or related field. Two years' additional experience may substitute for an associate degree. Prior experience and/or training in domestic violence or victim advocacy is strongly preferred. Must be able to type at least 35

WPM. Bilingual/Biliterate English/Spanish proficiency is required and will be determined through a Civil Service proficiency exam. Will need to obtain and maintain necessary domestic violence training as required. Must have the ability to become bonded as a notary public of the State of Washington. Must pass Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check and become CJIS ACCESS (A Central Computerized Enforcement Service System) approved by the Washington State Patrol before hire date.