Advocate Supervisor - Bureau Chief

Posting Date

04/15/24

Application Deadline

04/16/24

Pay Range

$56,500 - $82,000 Annually
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

County Attorney

About the Position

If you have leadership skills and/or experience in mentoring others and you want to help people through the trauma of crime, the job of Advocate Supervisor may be for you!

Victim Services are at the cutting edge of some of the most important developments in the criminal justice system. Helping people who are experiencing trauma and stress in the aftermath of a crime and the justice system is worthy and noble work.

Advocate Supervisors occupy a critical role in helping crime victims by providing leadership to Victim Advocates and staff members through supporting the policies of the Victim Services Division and the Maricopa County Attorney's Office. They are a vital leadership link between Victim Advocates, Specialists and the Management of the Division!

About the Maricopa County Attorney's Office

We believe in integrity. We believe in justice for all. And we are proud to deliver high-quality prosecution, comprehensive victims services, crime prevention programs, and more to the residents of Maricopa County. If you would like to utilize your talents and skills to stand up for Maricopa County, apply today, and join our team!

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose

• Growth and stability since 1871

• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

• Exceptional work-life balance

• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

• Paid vacation, sick, and parental (birth/adoption) leaves

• Extensive wellness program with $60 monthly medical premium discounts

• Employee discounts for goods and services

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires 12.29% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

• Three years of experience with victim advocacy, social work, crisis intervention an/or a closely related field that includes case management experience

• Bachelor's degree in social work, or a closely related field

We Also Value

• Four years or more of experience with victim advocacy, social work, crisis intervention and/or a closely related field that includes case management experience

• Supervisory and/or lead experience

• Experience working in a criminal justice system and/or public service experience working
  in a victim/advocate-related capacity

• Bilingual skills in English/Spanish language.

• Completed courses related to supervisory skills and best practices

Job Contributions

• Supervise the daily activities under their direction, review, and assign cases to the assigned Advocate and/or Victim Services staff

• Manage large, complex caseloads, and documents and present findings

• Assist in the recruitment and training of Advocate staff

• Manage personnel issues such as coaching, mentoring, and disciplinary actions

• Gather information and write weekly and monthly reports based on statistical information and staff accomplishments

• Provide information on the criminal justice system and on victims' legal rights and
  protections according to the Arizona Constitution: Article II, Section 2.1, the Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S.) * 13-4400 through 13-4439 and (A.R.S.) * 8-381 through 8-421

• Provide crisis intervention response, information, resources, and referrals to social service agencies for victims and perform other duties as assigned

• Provide court accompaniment and/or attend court proceedings with, or on behalf of, a
  victim

• Research case status using numerous computer databases, in person, or by phone

• Participate in committees and/or work on special projects as directed by the supervisor

• Carry out the mission and vision of the division under the direction of the Division
  Chief

Working Conditions

• The position requires alternating long periods of sitting while completing computer activities and paperwork, standing and moving about while performing duties at current or other County locations.

• This position may include exposure, visual and auditory, to traumatic, disturbing, or sensitive subject matter (crime scenes, accidents, etc.)

• Must have the ability to travel to and from various County locations utilizing personal or County-owned vehicles

• Must have the ability to move up to 20 pounds floor to waist and push/pull up to 20 pounds a distance of up to 100 feet

• Must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire, a valid Arizona
  Driver's License

• The Maricopa County Attorney's Office requires a thorough background check of all
  successful candidates and is authorized to test prospective employees for the presence of illegally accessed drugs

• Drug testing is conducted once an offer has been extended and before placement

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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