Victim Assistant (Spanish Speaking)

Position Title:

Victim Assistant (Spanish Speaking)

Job Posting Closing Date:

06/28

Provo City is looking for a full-time contract Victim Assistant to provide paraprofessional liaison work assisting victims of violent crime through social services and the legal system. This is a grant-funded, contract position for a minimum duration of 1 year; however, this position is expected to continue beyond one year based on funding.

Job Details

What is the compensation package?

Pay Rate: (G25) $24.25 - $33.43 per hour (depending on qualifications)

Provo offers additional language incentive pay between $50 - $150 monthly upon successful completion of a language knowledge and proficiency test.

Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks: free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena, a Provo Library card, 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course, a 4/10 work schedule ​ , and others. For more information about benefits click here.

What are the main duties? For more information regarding the requirements and duties of this position, click here .

• Assist and support victims of domestic violence sexual assault, other crimes against persons, and violent crimes.

• Collect information and assist victims in filling out reports, orders of protection, and other documents as needed.

• Advise victims and next-of-kin of available resources and programs.

• Coordinate the services of various agencies and programs on the victim’s behalf to enhance the safety of victims and help facilitate offender accountability.

• Assist victims and children through court procedures, including informing them of court dates, case status, nuances of the justice system, scheduling appointments, assisting in preparation of trial testimony, and providing support.

• Testify in court as needed and provide recommendations to the court on reparations and restitution.

• Conduct research and collect statistics on violent crimes in Provo City.

• Attend daily police briefings.

• Notify next-of-kin in cases involving death.

• Perform other related duties as required.

What are the minimum qualifications?

Provo City will honor equivalent combinations of related education/experience [substituting each one year of post-secondary education/training for six months of experience].

• Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or other job-related field.

• One year of experience in crisis intervention, victim assistance, law enforcement, social services, or job-related field.

• Valid, lawful Driver License.

• Oral and written fluency in Spanish required.

What is the schedule?

This is a full-time, 40 hours a week position. This position is part of an on-call rotation program. All full-time advocates are part of an on-call rotation providing after hours responses one week a month.

What is the selection process?

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with the first screening being held on June 29, 2026. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City?

Provo City has a vision for continued prosperity based on citizen priorities. To deliver on those priorities, the Administration developed a brand promise to establish the high standards of our community identifies as the Provo Pillars: Welcoming, Safe and Sound, Economically Vibrant, and Forward Looking, together we are building a strong foundation for a community that is honored both nationally and locally. Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. Visit provo.gov to learn more!

Provo City is an equal opportunity employer.

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

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Provo City provides Equal Employment Opportunity under the law to all applicants and employees​ regarding all terms and conditions of employment regardless of sex, race, age, ​color, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristics. Provo City also adheres to Federal and State anti-discrimination law and will make reasonable accommodations during the application, selection, and employment process for individuals with disabilities unless those accommodations impose an undue hardship on the City.

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