Victim Witness Assistant I

COUNTY OF BUCKS • Doylestown, PA • 2h ago

COUNTY OF BUCKS

JOB TITLE: Victim Witness Assistant I JOB CODE: 0355 DEPARTMENT: District Attorney UNION: 00 FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt GRADE:

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of job tasks related to supporting victims of crime by providing opportunities for them to be included in the criminal justice process and advocating for the enforcement of their rights.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for handling criminal case files at various stages of completeness.

Ensuring all victims /witnesses are identified and provided with basic notification forms and orientation of the criminal justice systems.

Responsible for all Early Termination Notices to victims and Assistant/Deputy District Attorneys (as required by Act 44)

Responsible for all State Parole Notifications to victims and Assistant/Deputy District Attorneys.

Provide court accompaniment when needed.

Screening of all restitution forms for accuracy/completeness and contacting victims as necessary to obtain required documentation and/or clarification.

Must meet all required clearances for employment (i.e. Act 34 - Criminal History, Act 33 - Child Abuse)

Must be willing to attend and successfully complete all training required by P.C.C.D.

Ensuring that restitution paperwork is placed in the case file or given to the assigned attorney in a timely manner, prior to disposition of the case.

Sending disposition letters and restitution information to victims when restitution is ordered.

Responsible for return mail, updating victim contact database information and remailing notices.

Works under the mentorship / direction of the Victim Witness Assistant II.

Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Highschool diploma or equivalent

Basic knowledge of the criminal justice system with experience in working with victims / witnesses of crime preferred.

Experience with word processing and computer software, i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and related office systems.

Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing)

Ability to deal effectively with people in stressful situations.

Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to handle confidential information.

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