STATE ATTORNEYS OFFICE, 1ST CIRCUIT- VICTIM/ WITNESS SPECIALIST I - 21014486
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Requisition No: 838438

Agency: Justice Administrative Commission

Working Title: STATE ATTORNEYS OFFICE, 1ST CIRCUIT- VICTIM/ WITNESS SPECIALIST I - 21014486

Pay Plan: State Attorneys JAC

Position Number: 21014486

Salary: $35,360.00

Posting Closing Date: 10/30/2024

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STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA

* NOTICE OF AVAILABLE POSITION *

Victim Witness/Specialist - 210-14486

Starting annual salary $35,360.00

Do you want to make a difference in your community?

Do you want a rewarding career?

Join the State Attorney's Office and be part of a dynamic team. This office is in Pensacola, Florida and is known as home of the world's most beautiful beaches. This is a full-time position - Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

This position will provide victim services for our Pensacola, Florida office. The purpose of the Victim/Witness Specialist position is to provide direct support to victims of crime through each stage of the Criminal Justice System. Victim Witness Specialists act as a liaison between the Assistant State Attorney and the victims involved in the criminal cases prosecuted by the Office of the State Attorney. The Victim/Witness Specialist makes initial contact with victims of crime to explain the criminal justice process, refer them to appropriate community resources, and advise them of their rights within the criminal justice system. This position is required to maintain and document ongoing contact with victims and keep them informed of their right to attend and provide input at each crucial stage of the court hearing. The Victim/Witness Specialist acts as the primary emotional support for victims and provides guidance to them during the criminal justice process. This position will also require the employee attend depositions, hold victim office interviews, attend court proceedings, and assist victims with paperwork as necessary.

Minimum Training and Experience Required: A high school diploma or equivalency and experience in the area of criminal justice, social science, counseling, public contact or customer service; or an equivalent of training and experience. Bachelor's degree may be substituted for experience.

A background in social work, criminal justice, psychology, and/or related field is preferred. Training, and/or work experience in the dynamics of victimization, community services and crisis intervention is preferred.

Applicants must be able to pass a background check for employment. Employer is an E-Verify participant, requiring proof of identity, and proof of US citizenship OR legal right to work in the United States.

Employer has a harassment-free workplace policy, and requires honesty, confidentiality and professional conduct. Employees must practice safe workplace policies and procedures. Employees must maintain satisfactory attendance and job performance level to meet the mission of this employer.

How to apply for the position:

Individuals must use the State of FL People First electronic application and include a rsum and cover letter.

Methods of contacting employer:

E-MAIL: ...@osa1.org, OR via phone 850-###-####

All rsums and People First applications will be confirmed as received by email.

Agency Head: Ginger Bowden Madden, State Attorney. Employment is At Will and non-contracted. Employer is member of and functions under the Florida Prosecuting Attorneys Association Pay Plan. Agency Mission Statement: Seeking Justice for Florida

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at 1-844-###-#### on how your current benefits may be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-###-####). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Location:

PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32502