Director of Victim Service Specialists

Introduction

Delaware's Attorney General, the State's chief law enforcement officer, has a broad responsibility to combat crime, uphold civil rights, safeguard families, fight fraud, and protect consumers in the First State.  In meeting this mission, Attorney General Kathy Jennings is supported by teams of talented lawyers and staff in the Criminal, Civil, Family, Fraud and Consumer Protection, and Civil Rights & Public Trust Divisions.  Each of the more than 500 staff who work in the Office of the Attorney General are dedicated to serving all Delawareans with integrity and passion. Deputy Attorneys General, with critical support from criminal investigators, victim service specialists, paraprofessionals, and administrative staff, prosecute criminal cases, enforce consumer laws, provide counsel to state agencies, ensure the public's access to open government, protect the abused, and much more.

Summary Statement

The Delaware Department of Justice is seeking a Director of Victim Service Specialists to meet the increasing need for comprehensive victim support in felony and misdemeanor cases. This role is integral to advancing a fair, just, and victim-centered criminal justice system through the delivery of outstanding support and advocacy. This position offers a unique opportunity to enhance and expand the Department's efforts in providing exceptional services and resources to victims and the professionals who serve them.

Essential Functions

Job Requirements

Applicants must have education, training and / or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas :

• Master’s degree in social work or related field.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent licensure.
• Proven experience in managing and leading social work teams.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care, victim advocacy, and the criminal justice system.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Must have significant experience with supervisory and administrative duties including the implementation of policies and practices, administering personnel evaluations and corrective action, budget reporting and operating procedures and implementing contracts.
• Must have experience in developing and implementing projects, preferably related to victims.
• Must possess considerable knowledge of victimology, psychology, community resources, the role and function of prosecution, and the criminal justice system.
• Must be able to effectively problem solve and make decisions.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work effectively and efficiently in managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment.

Conditions of Hire

Benefits

Department of Justice Benefits Include :

Salary : $70,644 - $99,733