What are the responsibilities and job description for the APD Special Victim Coordinator position at Police?
Position Summary
Perform a wide variety of responsible and complex office administrative duties in support of The Special Victims Section (CACU, SCU, HRVU, MP, CED); screen incoming referrals from the general public, law enforcement officers and partnered agencies. Assist detectives in case preparation and scheduling according to departmental standards and guidelines.
This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.
Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in social work, education, counseling, psychology, family studies or field; and
Three (3) years social services program experience.
Experience working with child and/or family programs preferred.
Experience with the investigative process related to crimes against children preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operators Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
Preferred Knowledge
- Principles and practices of the criminal justice system
- Principles of child and family development
- Basic human services theories
- Methods and techniques of research and analysis
- Principles and practices of record keeping
- Crimes Against Children Unit, Sex Crimes Unit, High Risk Victim’s Unit, Child Exploitation Unit, and Missing Persons Unit
- Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computer
- Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations
- English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation
- Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation
Preferred Skills & Abilities
- Provide information and assistance regarding crimes against persons
- Screen incoming calls
- Interpret situations and determine the appropriate course of action
- Maintain confidential records and reports
- Operate office equipment including computers
- Work independently in the absence of supervision
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
- Communicate clearly and concisely
- Prepare clear and concise reports
- Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications
- Interpret and explain policies and procedures
- Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
