Victim/Witness Counselor II - SR-22

Salary : $63,096.00 - $76,788.00 Annually

Location : Future vacancies with immediate vacancy in Kailua-Kona, HI

Job Type : Permanent & Temporary Positions

Job Number : 2024-00217

Department : Prosecuting Attorney

Division : Victim / Witness Unit

Opening Date : 10 / 27 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Duties Summary

Performs counseling and case management services that involves the full range of case types to include the most difficult and complex criminal cases; provides information, counsel, advice, and assistance to victims / witnesses of criminal acts; acts as liaison between the victims / witnesses and the criminal justice system agencies; and performs other related duties as required.

There is one (1) immediate temporary full-time vacancy not-to-exceed 06 / 30 / 2025 with the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney - Victim / Witness Unit in Kailua-Kona.

Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range advertised above at which appropriate qualified applicants can be recruited. Starting salary will be based on the qualifications of the person selected.)

The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

Examples of Duties

• Interviews victims / witnesses of crimes to determine the nature and degree of immediate and long term assistance, such as medical, psychological, financial, or other needs.
• Provides immediate crisis counseling to victims traumatized by their experience.
• Informs victims of and makes referrals to appropriate governmental or community agencies for support services.
• Acts as liaison between the victims / witnesses and criminal justice system agencies.
• Counsels the victims and / or witnesses as to their role in prosecution and the role of the prosecutor.
• Arranges witnesses' schedules and testimony times, and prepares them for the rigors of court proceedings.
• Arranges for transportation, hotel, and other travel accommodations.
• Works with deputy prosecutors to provide assessment of clients' ability and strength as witnesses in a courtroom setting.
• Advocates on behalf of victims / witnesses in concurrence with attorneys, judges, and probation officers.
• Collects and compiles information concerning cases.
• Prepares correspondence, case records, reports, and other documents.
• Works with community organizations to establish aid to victims.
• Operates vehicle to meet victims and / or witnesses at various locations.
• Assist victims of crime with post conviction needs, such as parole hearings, victim offender dialogues, etc.
• May assist other Victim / Witness Counselors as needed.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Training and Experience :

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to :

Examination : All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.

Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.

Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s) / certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.

Note : In-person interviews and / or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department / agency. If in-person interviews and / or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department / agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.

Knowledge of : Laws and regulations relating to the State Crime Victim Compensation Commission; public and private community resources providing services, benefits, and other human resources assistance; common characteristics traits of victims and witnesses; crisis counseling, and interviewing techniques and methods; and court procedures.

Ability to : Collect, analyze, and evaluate facts; utilize a wide variety of interviewing techniques in dealing with individuals of varying backgrounds who are under stress; interpret and apply the regulations and provisions of the law to the specific problem; speak and write clearly; advocate for the victims and / or witnesses; multi-task and effectively manage large caseload' work effectively in a team environment; be flexible and adapt to constantly changing work environment; use standard office equipment including computer programs; establish and maintain an effective working relationship with victim / witnesses and public and private agency representatives.

Physical Requirements : Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Physical Effort Grouping : Light

Benefits of County employment : The County of Hawai'i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and / or changes negotiated through collective bargaining. Please check out the benefits tab for additional information.

Supplemental Information

Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required :

Veterans applying for veteran's preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as needed, their VA claim letter to the on-line application.

PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

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Benefits of County employment : The County of Hawai'i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

Medical Plan (HMO or PPO)

These benefits are administered by the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund. For more information about current employee contribution rates and plans see the EUTF website ().

All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and / or changes negotiated through collective bargaining.

REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS. The information provided to these Supplemental Questions may be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualification requirements and / or your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score. Please do not submit a resume in place of completing the Supplemental Questions. Any information you submit may be verified.

When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience Sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that I feel qualifies me for the job I am seeking.

I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected or my receiving a lower examination score. I also understand that I may not submit resumes in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions. However, I may attach a resume to the application to provide additional information.

Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the closing date of the recruitment, unless otherwise specified. Your possession of the required amount of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. Overall paid or unpaid experience must be of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position. It is essential that you describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.

Note : Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour work weeks. Part-time experience must be pro-rated. Example : Twelve months of experience at 20 hours per week is equivalent to six months of experience. In addition, hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week, per work experience, will not be credited. Example : Twelve months of experience at 60 hours per week is equivalent to one year, not one and one-half years.

Did you graduate from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in social work, sociology, counseling, psychology, or a related field?

Did you scan and attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application?

Do you have two (2) years of professional counseling or case management experience in a social service program that included crisis counseling, such as experience with trauma informed care, direct therapeutic assistance with victims or crime, etc.?

If you answered "Yes" to question #5, please describe all of your professional counseling and / or case management experience. Treat each change in employer or position separately. Include the following information :

A. Employer's name

B. Your job title

C. Employment dates (from month / day / year to month / day / year)

D. Hours worked per week

E. What social service program(s) were you involved with?

F. Describe your caseload

G. What kind of professional counseling did you provide to your clients?

H. What percentage of time was spent on professional counseling in a week?

I. Describe your case management duties and responsibilities.

J. What percentage of time was spent on case management in a week?

K. What type(s) of crisis counseling did you provide to your clients?

If you answered "No," enter N / A.

Be specific and complete ALL questions for ALL experience you are claiming. The following are unacceptable responses :

If you answered "Yes" to question #5, was one (1) of those years related to the criminal justice system?

If you answered "Yes" to question #7, please describe all of your professional counseling and / or case management work experience which is related to the criminal justice system. Treat each change in employer or position separately. Include the following information :

A. Employer's name

B. Your job title

C. Employment dates (from month / day / year to month / day / year)

D. Hours worked per week

E. What criminal justice program(s) were you involved with?

F. What is your involvement with the criminal justice program(s) listed above? Describe your actual duties and responsibilities.

G. Describe your caseload

H. What percentage of time was spent on criminal justice programs in a week?

If you answered "No," enter N / A.

Be specific and complete ALL questions for ALL experience you are claiming. The following are unacceptable responses :

Do you have a valid State of Hawai`i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at the time of filing? (Note : You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire.)

Required Question

Salary : $63,096 - $76,788