Solano County
Victim Advocate - Solicitor (Solano County)
Position Overview
This position operates under limited supervision from the Program Coordinator. The major challenge is the volume of cases, working with people who are very emotional and, in some cases, unable to make decisions in their best interest.
Duties
Provide victim advocacy throughout the prosecutorial process, offering emotional and moral support and serving as liaison among victims, law enforcement, investigators, court personnel, and community organizations.
Maintain accurate case records and provide monthly and annual service statistics to the Director.
Offer crisis counseling and emergency intervention, ensuring an environment free of intimidation, harassment, and abuse.
Coordinate referrals, schedule appointments, and recommend safety and protection measures to victims.
Collaborate with law enforcement and the Solicitor to facilitate prosecution of cases.
Physical Requirements
Lifting, driving, and traveling as required.
Typical Qualifications
College degree in a related subject matter.
Minimum 3 years of experience, including 1 year in law enforcement, judicial, or related advocacy.
Certified in CJIS and OVSEC; Spanish bilingual is an added plus.
Benefits
Aiken County Government offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, state retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours are benefit eligible.
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Other | Government Administration
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This position operates under limited supervision from the Program Coordinator. The major challenge is the volume of cases, working with people who are very emotional and, in some cases, unable to make decisions in their best interest.
Duties
Provide victim advocacy throughout the prosecutorial process, offering emotional and moral support and serving as liaison among victims, law enforcement, investigators, court personnel, and community organizations.
Maintain accurate case records and provide monthly and annual service statistics to the Director.
Offer crisis counseling and emergency intervention, ensuring an environment free of intimidation, harassment, and abuse.
Coordinate referrals, schedule appointments, and recommend safety and protection measures to victims.
Collaborate with law enforcement and the Solicitor to facilitate prosecution of cases.
Physical Requirements
Lifting, driving, and traveling as required.
Typical Qualifications
College degree in a related subject matter.
Minimum 3 years of experience, including 1 year in law enforcement, judicial, or related advocacy.
Certified in CJIS and OVSEC; Spanish bilingual is an added plus.
Benefits
Aiken County Government offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, state retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours are benefit eligible.
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Other | Government Administration
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