Victim Witness Coordinator

Qualifications:
Applicants must possess at least an Associate’s Degree OR at least two years of equivalent work-related experience.
Preferred majors include criminal justice, paralegal studies, psychology, social work or a related field.  Applicants should possess the ability to work in a high-volume environment.
The ideal candidate should be able to:

• Interact professionally with attorneys, victims and witnesses
• Have the ability to multitask,
• Have exceptional organizational skills, a positive attitude,
• Be able to work independently, demonstrate enthusiasm to learn new ideas and concepts

 
Victim Witness Coordinator will:

• Carry felony and misdemeanor caseloads in order to act as point of contact for victims, witnesses, law enforcement officers and families.
• Liaise with victims, witnesses, experts and law enforcement officers on behalf of Assistant State’s Attorneys to schedule and maintain effective court testimony.
• Accompany victims, witnesses, and families for court appearances and answer any inquiries that may arise before, during, or after testimony and court proceedings.
• Assist ASA with scheduling pretrial meetings, testimony for victim and witnesses, and family meetings.
• Screen cases to determine the need of state mandated Crime Victim Notification Forms and Victim Impact Statement Forms.
• Provide referrals to victims and witnesses about services that are available to them based on their current needs.
• Request interpreters for a specific language and specific court date(s) if a victim or witness has limited proficiency in speaking English.
• Determine contact information of witnesses or victims using various state, local, and inter-agency databases.
• Arrange transportation for victims and witnesses for trial / court proceedings.
• Prepare correspondence to victims, witnesses, and police officers to provide notification of upcoming court events, explanation of rights as a victim or witness, and to notify them of any missed court appearances.
• Collaborate with Assistant State’s Attorneys to ensure adequate consideration of all Maryland State Crime Victims’ Rights.
• Determine any travel needs for victims, witnesses, and families and refer to Travel Coordinator.
• Screen victims and witnesses for relocation assessment.
• Input VOCA statistics into Case Management System.
• All other related duties, as assigned.

Salary: Starting at $50,000+ (commensurate with experience).


Benefits: Paid Leave & Holidays, Health, Dental & Vision Insurances, Defined Pension Plan, Deferred Compensation, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending & Dependent Accounts, Other Supplemental Benefits.
See the job posting for a full list of benefits or contact the Human Resources Office for more information.


Conditions of Employment
Substance Abuse Test:   Must pass a pre-employment urinalysis test for designated controlled dangerous substances.
Criminal Background Check:   Must pass a Criminal Background Check as defined in Chapter 1 of the Caroline County Personnel Rules and Regulations. 
Essential Functions:   Must be able to execute the "Essential Functions" listed in this Class Specification at the time of hire and while employed in this class series, unless a request for accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act is received and granted.   
Driving Record:   May have no more than four (4) points on driving record at the time of hire and while employed in this class series.   
Personnel Rules and Regulations:   Must comply with the terms of the Caroline County Personnel Rules and Regulations, including the Substance Abuse Policy, while employed in this class series.  
 
How To Apply: Apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/carolinemd before the closing deadline. Reach out to the Office of Human Resources with questions via email at hrposting@carolinemd.org or by phone at 410-479-4105.