Junior Victim Advocate

The Cobb Solicitor General’s Office is currently accepting resumes/applications for a Junior Victim Witness Advocate in the Cobb SG Circuit. This position will work closely with victim advocates, victims and/or witnesses of a crime. Responsibilities include: Closing cases; notifying victims of court dates and final dispositions; assisting witnesses with subpoena questions; entering data regarding victim services into Tracker data entry system regarding victim contact and services provided; providing information to law enforcement agencies and community service providers regarding the criminal justice system and area service providers; assisting victim advocates with assigned caseload; attend court proceedings and notifying victims of crime of proceedings and outcomes when needed. Applicants should have, or work towards a Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, psychology or a related field; previous administrative experience, particularly in a legal or judicial environment or experience working in criminal justice, social services, crisis intervention. All candidates are subject to a background check. Applicants selected for hire will be subject to fingerprinting, a criminal history background check, a motor vehicle driver’s history check and pre-employment drug screening; employment is contingent upon the completion and satisfactory results of each investigation. Preferred Qualifications: Applicants should have, or work towards a Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, psychology or a related field; previous administrative experience, particularly in a legal or judicial environment or experience working in criminal justice, social services, crisis intervention. Superior customer service skills, positive attitude, personal responsibility and a strong sense of responsibility to the community at large is required; Knowledge of the judicial process with respect to victims’ rights and case filings; and experience working with prosecutors and law enforcement are preferred; Strong written and oral communication skills, as well as computer and telephone skills are necessary. The Cobb SG Judicial Circuit is an equal employment opportunity employer and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Salary Range: Commensurate with experience #J-18808-Ljbffr Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of Georgia