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Victim Notification Specialist
Summary
Title:Victim Notification Specialist
ID:1216
Department:Witness Aid Services Unit
Campaign Start Date:12/10/2014
Salary Range:$36,625
Description
Position summary:

The New York County District Attorney's Office has an immediate opening for a Bi-Lingual (Spanish) Victim Notification Specialist in the Witness Aid Service Unit (WASU).  In this position the Victim Notification Specialist is responsible for obtaining signed supporting depositions, assisting victims in understanding the criminal justice system, and provides information regarding crime victims’ rights. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Contact victims and witnesses to obtain a supporting deposition.
  • Inform victims of the wide range of services available to them through WASU.
  • Explain the criminal justice system and provide case information.
  • Assist victims with orders of protection and registration for notification of inmate release.
  • Responsible for interpreting legal documents from English to Spanish for the victim and/or witness.
  • Liaise with victims and Assistant District Attorneys.
  • Perform related tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • Training and/or experience in customer-service and advocacy preferred.
  • Experience working with crime victims preferred.
  • Ability to demonstrate a high level of sensitivity to victim issues.
  • Must be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment; detail oriented and self-motivated and able to multi-task.
  • Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with staff in a team-oriented environment.
  • Strong organizational and computer skills.
  • Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures and guidelines
  • Ability to handle high caseload and set priorities.
  • Ability to work overtime and flexible hours including holidays, evenings and weekends.
  • Ability to interact with all levels of staff, victims, witnesses and law enforcement personnel.
Educational Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree required- Social service degrees preferred
Additional Requirements:
  • One (1) year commitment to the hiring bureau
  • Must possess fluency in Spanish & English both oral and written
Equal Opportunity Employer
 
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