Victim Witness Advocate Job at Macon-Bibb County, GA, Macon, GA

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  • Macon-Bibb County, GA
  • Macon, GA

Job Description

Salary : $34,465.60 Annually

Location : Macon, GA

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 202400125

Department: Sheriff

Opening Date: 09/06/2024

Closing Date: 9/26/2024 5:00 PM Eastern

Summary

The Victim Witness Advocate is responsible for providing assistance to victims of crime.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities


  • Process, review, and update files with victim information upon the case's receipt in the office.
  • Prepare and send information to victims; provide victims with detailed information concerning victim rights, the criminal justice process, and sources of assistance.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential records of contacts with victims.
  • Assist investigators with follow up request and information needed from victims.
  • Must be able to work with outside agencies.
  • Assist if requested on a scene to assist family member of a violent crime-homicide and or suicide.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education, Training and Experience


The Victim Witness Advocate should possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. Prior administrative support experience in a legal or court setting is preferred.
The following documents are required for consideration for the Victim Witness Advocate position ( screenshots of documents are not acceptable and submission of these will cause your application to be rejected):
  • Resume showing complete work and educational history which must match and be in the same order as listed on the online work history.
  • Official High School transcripts and diploma. Official college transcripts and diploma, if applicable. All schools listed must have an attached official transcript or diploma if applicable.
  • A minimum of two (2) letters of recommendation from previous supervisors. Letters must be typed, dated, signed and contain contact information. Letters of recommendation that are submitted must be listed on the reference page of the application. Personal and family references are not acceptable.
  • Failure to follow the above steps when submitting your application will result in automatic rejection of the application.
Evaluation:
All applications must be completed in full prior to being submitted. Until the completed application packet (including all documents) is accepted by the Sheriff's Office, you are not considered an applicant,and will not be given consideration for a position in the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. Please review your application for accuracy prior to submitting it. Errors can result in not meeting the minimum qualifications. If Sheriff's Office personnel feel you are a viable candidate for the position for which you applied, you will undergo a thorough Internal Affairs background investigation. If the outcome of the background investigation is acceptable, you will be contacted for an interview by the Sheriff or his/her designee. An offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the drug screen. You will be notified of your final status by Human Resources or designee. Should you be hired, you will be instructed to complete the onboarding tasks and attend new hire orientation.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities


  • Knowledge of legal terminology used within the office.
  • Knowledge of legal procedures, forms, and documents.
  • Knowledge of business letter writing techniques.
  • Ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security of private information.
  • Ability to work effectively with members of all levels within the organization as well as the public.
If you have any problems submitting your applications, please contact the NeoGov Applicant Support free at 855-524-5627, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (ET).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Medical / Dental / Vision plans
Prescription coverage
Discounted Fitness centers
Deferred Compensation Plan
Flexible Spending Account(s)
Employee Assistance Program
Annual/Sick Leave
Group Life Insurance
401-A Retirement Contribution Plan - Matches up to 5%

01


Do you have a valid Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No

02


Do you have prior administrative work experience in a legal setting?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Flexible hours,

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