Victim Advocate

We Are Seeking

Gilbert is on a mission to be the City of the Future. We choose to “Anticipate. Create. Help people.” With over 100 years of history and growth, our focus is on keeping the thriving community that Gilbert is today well into the future. Gilbert has been named the Most Prosperous City in the Country, Best Place to Live, Work and Play, Arizona’s Most Admired Companies to Work For, and more.
We hire people who share our aspiration to be driven, kind, bold, and humble. Join Team Gilbert, and help us shape a new tomorrow, today: https://youtu.be/ftB0lKDltvc

About You

With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best in class service to our citizens while offering the opportunity for professional growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment. Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position ofVictim Advocatewithin the Prosecutor's Office.
This role provides information and support services to victims of crime and act as a liaison between the victim and Prosecutor's Office. The Victim Advocate notifies victims of crime of their Constitutional Victims' Rights throughout the criminal justice process. This position accompanies victims of crime and witnesses to various court proceedings, and assists them by providing notification, case information, advocacy, and identifies immediate needs and connects victims with appropriate resources.
Some of the responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: provide assistance to victims in obtaining protective orders and coordinate efforts for service; provide assistance to victims based on the victims own safety plan; notify victims of victims' right to request restitution as noted in the Victims' Bill of Rights; review documents and prepare for court filing, provide assistance with the preparation of Victim Compensation applications; notify victims of victims' right to be heard through a Victim Impact Statement as noted in the Victims' Bill of Rights; facilitate the delivery of the Victim Impact Statement to the court; provide criminal justice support and advocacy to victims of crime which includes accompaniment to court, preparation for trials/hearings, explaining plea offer, and advise victims of their rights through the various stages in the criminal court case. Provide crisis intervention by making assessments on the victim's immediate need; appear in court on behalf of a victim when requested; determine which victims' rights apply during each stage in the case; provide emotional support and guidance, determine appropriate response and provide resources as necessary; notify victims of their rights and the court process when suspects have been arrested and are scheduled on the in-custody docket; examine each case for safety issues, lethality, medical needs and restitution. Obtain vital information for the prosecutor/court to determine release conditions and/or sentencing conditions; review all lethality assessments in domestic violence cases which includes in-custody cases and long form complaints; outreach the victim based on severity of the lethality assessment. Perform safety planning, provide crisis intervention, and ascertain suitable resources based on the victim's need; provide customer service to victim and witnesses of crime, general public, community partners and various criminal justice organizations; identify needs and explain the operation of the criminal justice system, coordinate efforts with other service providers; communicate with Prosecutor regarding victim contact, input, invocation of rights, and restitution requests; review police reports to identify victims in filed cases as well as cases under review; maintain electronic case files, update events, review working queues, and provide cases notes for Prosecutor review; represent Town on Boards or at meetings relating to victim services and victim rights.
At Team Gilbert, we hire outcome-oriented problem-solvers who love what they do! Here are some position requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, Human Services, Psychology, or other related field
• Three years of customer service experience
• One year of experience in case management and Victims' Rights
• Valid Arizona Driver's License
• Completion of National Victim Assistance Academy (NVAA) or state academy, preferred

We Are Team Gilbert

The ideal candidate for this position will be passionate and have a knowledge of Victims' Rights. This position requires someone who has skill in providing exemplary customer service, case management and has extensive Microsoft Office experience. Top candidates for this position will possess the ability to use discretion, judgement and work independently. They'll be a self-starter with flexibility to contribute to the larger team and will also have effective written and oral advocacy skills.

Up For the Challenge

Join Team Gilbert and make an income while making an impact! If you are looking for an opportunity to make a visible contribution to our community and get excited about doing interesting work that matters We can't think of a better place to put your talents to work.
Let's get this adventure started. Apply today!
Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We encourage you to apply without delay!