Victim Witness Advocate Director - York County District Attorney's Office

York County Government • Biddeford, ME • 1w ago

This job was posted by https://joblink.maine.gov : For more information, please see: https://joblink.maine.gov/jobs/1202221

3-1-2025

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT EXTERNAL

County of York

Human Resources

VICTIM WITNESS ADVOCATE

DIRECTOR

Status: Full-Time

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Salary: \$22.26 - \$24.58

Union: M.S.E.A. Grade 7

Reports To: District Attorney or

Designee

JOB SUMMARY

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by

employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

This full-time position will provide overall management and day-to-day operation of the Victim/Witness

Services Program, creation and shepherding of the program in its mission in coordination with the District

Attorney. This position will serve as the liaison for victim/witness services with other counties, the state

and other identified organizations.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Works under the general supervision of the District Attorney and/or designee, who may provide guidance

on technical matters and ensure the program is in conformance with established rules, regulations and

state laws.

Responsible for the direct supervision of all Victim/Witness program employees, including but not limited

to advocates, restitution clerks and administrative staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Oversee the development of policies and procedures for the York County District Attorney Offices

Victim Witness Program.

3-1-2025
Provide direct services to victims of crime in the criminal justice system meeting all obligations

imposed by Title 17-a and Title 34-a regarding notification including court dates, explanation of

pleas offers, provision of education regarding criminal justice process, accompanying victims to

court when needed, notification of victim rights and referrals to appropriate services and advocacy

agencies as needed as a backup for advocates.
Coordinate the hiring process with the county for the Victim Services program to include but not

limited to advocates, volunteers, interns and clerical support staff.
Oversee the training of new Victim Witness Advocates or other program staff and continued

professional development of existing staff.
Develop and implement procedures for case prioritization and provisions of services.
Oversee issues regarding court coverage and case assignments.
Be or become proficient in evaluating information for submission to prosecutors for discovery

determination and develop and monitor protocols for follow through.
Oversee financial reporting to York County Director of Finance for the restitution program and the

collection of fees.
Assist with gathering statistical data regarding the provision of victim services and data regarding

the collection and disbursement of restitution payments received.
Review and prepare grants for submittal that may enhance the provision of services to victims of

crime. Upon approval, monitor to ensure compliance
Supervise all staff members within the Victim Advocacy Program to include coordination of

vacation requests, scheduling to ensure coverage of court and office events.
Preparing and administrating all VWA annual evaluations. To include setting and supporting annual

goals.
Develop and maintain relationship with statewide victim witness coordinator.
Develop literature to outline victims rights and the role of the Office of the District Attorney and

develop a library of literature pertaining to victimology and victims in the criminal justice process.
Review and approve time sheets prior to submission to the finance office.
Performs other related duties as requested by the District Attorney, and/or designee.

Experience and Certifications

Knowledge/Skills/Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent required, associate degree in social work or criminal justice preferred.

One (1) year working i

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