Victim Advocate

Salary : $21.04 - $24.75 Hourly

Location : Governmental Complex Downtown, Cheyenne

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 2024-00076

Department : Sheriff's Department

Opening Date : 11 / 22 / 2024

Hiring Range : $21.04- $24.75 Hourly

Full Salary Range : $21.04- $28.47 Hourly

Summary

Under general supervision, performs special casework services to provide advocacy,

assistance, information and special services to victims of crimes.

Essential Job Functions

Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include

the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

• Reviews law enforcement crime reports and victim files from attorneys, and communicates with victims of crimes; acts as liaison with law enforcement and prosecutors; reviews cases and determines victim assistance needs.
• Notifies victims of case status, criminal proceedings, trials, court hearings, and case dispositions; educates each victim regarding the legal process and the rights afforded them under the law; advises clients of community resource programs, and provides assistance for victims and their families.
• Provides case information and explains how the criminal justice system works.
• Works closely with deputies and attorneys to assure victim's rights and needs are addressed.
• Provide crisis intervention by phone and in person to victims of crime.
• Provides direct services to victims and witnesses, such as transportation and referrals to community agencies for assistance
• Maintains VOCA (Victims of Crime Act) grant requirements; tracks services provided to victims,monitors results and budget, and generates reports as needed.
• Provides information and assistance within the scope of designated authority.
• Locates and distributes court documents as needed.
• Reviews and verifies reports and legal documents, and processes according to policy and procedures.
• Creates, updates and maintains records and case files; researches files and computer databases.
• Collects statistical data and compiles data for reports; assures the accuracy of databases.
• Addresses community organizations and citizen groups to explain the Victim Advocate Program.
• Explains nature of Sheriffs Office programs, procedures and services to clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :

Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice, behavioral sciences or related field, and one (1) year of experience in criminal justice services or crisis intervention; OR equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Must pass a thorough background investigation, and Victim Services training certification within six months of hire.

agencies, County staff and the general public, while dealing with sensitive information.

Laramie County provides a competitive benefits package. For a detailed summary of the benefits provided please click the link below to access our benefit page.

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent ?

Are you a United States Citizen or legally permitted to work in the U.S.?

Have you ever been arrested or convicted of a Misdemeanor offense?

Have you ever been convicted of a felony of theft?

Have you used Marijuana in the last year?

Due to the legalization of marijuana in several states prior marijuana use will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Please describe below your use of marijuana including where it was used, the last date of use and a description of frequency.

Have you illegally used Steroids in the last six years?

As an adult starting at the age of 18, did you ever use Heroin, LSD, PCP, Crank, Crystal Meth or inhalants?

As an adult, starting at the age of 18, have you ever sold any illegal drugs outside of a Law Enforcement capacity?

Have you used designer drugs such as Ecstasy, cocaine or similar designer drugs in the last six years?

Have you ever been convicted, entered a guilty plea or been given probation before judgment for any assault that occurred in a domestic setting?

Have you ever been arrested for Domestic Violence ?

Have you ever been convicted for an offense that was the result of a Domestic Violence arrest?

Have you ever been convicted for Domestic Violence in a court of law?

Have you been convicted for DWI or DUI in the last three years?

Has your drivers' license been suspended within the last year?

Have you been convicted of Driving Under Suspension in the last three years?

Have you had three or more moving violations in the last three years?

Have you worked with us before? If so where?

I am aware that refusal to a medical examination, psychological examination, polygraph and urinalysis is grounds for disqualification from the process.

Do you understand you must pass a thorough background investigation, and successfully complete a minimum of 280 hours of operational training; may be required to successfully complete a polygraph, psychological, and physical or stress test prior to appointment.

Have you omitted, misstated, or falsely stated any information in writing, or orally to the Personnel Officer during the course of the application process?

Required Question

Salary : $21 - $28