Bilingual Victim Assistance Advocate - District Attorney's Office
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Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.
- THIS POSITION IS GRANT FUNDED. CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT IN THIS POSITION, WILL BE BASED ON WHETHER OR NOT GRANT FUNDING IS AVAILABLE.
New employees typically start at step 1 of the pay scale ($23.78/hour).
The mission of the District Attorney's Office is to seek justice through:- Promoting accountability for criminal offenders.
- Interpreting, enforcing and executing law.
- Responding to the concerns of victims and the public; and
- Working cooperatively with members of the justice system.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Provides direct services to victims of crime including child sexual abuse, domestic violence, and sexual assault. Keeps victims informed of their rights, how to exercise them, and provides updates on the criminal justice system as it pertains to their case.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under supervision of the Victim Assistance Program Manager, who assigns work, sets goals and reviews for conformance to policy and procedures.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of positions in this classification. - Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following
This position provides services to monolingual Spanish-speaking individuals; therefore, fluent bilingual Spanish/English skills are required.
Provide direct advocacy to victims of crime as assigned by case managers and program director. Direct advocacy includes:- Safety planning.
- Explanation of victims’ rights and assistance asserting victims’ rights.
- Explanation and assistance filing Crime Victims Compensation applications.
- Crisis counseling.
- Assistance with protective orders process.
- Communicate by speaking, writing, and reading in English and Spanish.
- Criminal justice advocacy.
- Court accompaniment.
- Accompaniment to Grand Jury.
- Information, referral, and assistance connecting with resources.
- Assistance with victim impact statements.
- Emergency legal advocacy.
- Emergency financial assistance.
- Sexual assault response.
- Assist victims who call in or walk into the victim assistance office.
Attend and participate in staff meetings, volunteer activities and trainings.
Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.- Requirements for the Position
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
- Associate degrees in criminal justice, social science, social work or related field; AND
- One year of victim advocacy experience; OR
- Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- This position provides services to monolingual Spanish-speaking individuals; therefore, fluent bilingual Spanish/English skills are required. An additional 5% will be added to the hourly wage as compensation for this skill. Finalist will be required to pass a verbal and written Standardized Spanish/English Fluency Assessment as part of the hiring process.
- Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/.
- The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check, including finger printing; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
- This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&pid=518.
- This assignment is represented by a union.
- This is a full-time, regular assignment, which is eligible for overtime.
- Typical Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Working knowledge of the criminal justice system, court proceedings, community services, and the legal system in the District Attorney's office.
Skills and abilities to prepare reports and correspondence; track statistical data for grant requirements; communicate effectively in both oral and written form; respond effectively in crisis situations with a prejudice and judgment-free attitude; work with individuals and agencies with a variety of backgrounds and purposes; establish and maintain professional, effective, and collaborative working relationships the public, co-workers, courts, and other agencies; operate a computer; operate an automobile; and make appropriate referrals for direct service.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Drives a motor vehicle in the performance of duties; uses depth perception; reads a 12-pt. font; distinguishes colors; speaks with a clear and audible voice; hears a whispered speech level; sits; stands; bends; moves about the work area; climbs 1 floor of stairs; reaches overhead; uses a keyboard and computer; lifts, pushes, pulls, moves carts and carries items weighing up to 10 lbs.; operates a computer.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS
Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans’ Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.VISA SPONSORSHIP
Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
- One of the following:
- MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
- Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
- Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
- In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
- A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
- Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/
Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.
- One of the following:
- $23.78 - $31.83/hour
