Victim Services Coordinator

 Job posted until August 29th @ 9:00am.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 

This purpose of this position is to provide services and information to crime victims and witnesses within the County and within the city jurisdictions of Salem, Walhalla, Westminster, and West  Union. Collaborate with various agencies to provide safeguarding measures for victims through SC State Law. Maintain victim caseloads and manage Project Lifesaver created for Alzheimer’s and Autistic and Down Syndrome clients.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: 

1. Advise crime victims of their legal rights and maintain caseloads.
2. Provide escort services to and from Magistrate’s and Municipal Courtrooms.
3. Provide assistance to families in court.
4. Assist victims in the completion of required court documents.
5. Assist victims apply for compensation.
6. Provide transportation for victims relocating to various shelters.
7. Manage the Project Lifesaver program.
8. Public Speaking and participate in fundraising efforts for non-profit organizations. Serve on various boards for non-profit organizations.

Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned. 

Additional duties include: N/A 

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

• Knowledge of SC criminal laws and laws pertaining to crime victims;
• Victim Services certification;
• Knowledge of County policies and procedures;
• Basic computer skills;
• Good customer service and interpersonal skills;
• Knowledge of court procedures and ability to accurately complete legal documents;
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• Have arrest powers and carry a firearm while on duty.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• The educational requirement for this position is: Associate’s degree or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education with emphasis in social work, criminal justice, or a closely related field. Preferred experience in related field if no college background.
• Education may be substituted for experience.
• Related-experience required: No experience required.
• Experience yes substituted for education. Requires over two years and up to and including four years.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS: Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications required for this position include: 

• Victim Services Certification required by the state of SC

Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications preferred for this position include: 

• Law Enforcement Certification
• Valid SC Driver’s License

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Physical Requirements:

Standing: 1/3 of the time or over; walking: 1/3 of the time or over; sitting: up to 2/3 of the time; using hands: 2/3 of the time or over; reaching with hands and arms: 2/3 of the time or over; Climbing or balancing: up to 1/3 of the time; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling: 1/3 of the time or over; talking, seeing, or hearing: 2/3 of the time or over; tasting: under 1/3 of the time; smelling: 2/3 of the time or over.

This position requires lifting:

Up to 10 pounds: 2/3 of the time or over; Up to 25 pounds: up to 2/3 of the time; Up to 50 pounds: under 1/3 of the time; Up to 100 pounds: under 1/3 of the time; More than 100 pounds: under 1/3 of the time. 

Vision Requirements:This position has the following special vision requirements:

• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
• Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors
• Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up or down and to the left and right when vision is fixed on a      given point)
• Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
• Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS: 

The following physical conditions and hazards may be encountered while working in this position:

• Indoor environment
• Outdoor environment
• Noise
• Odors

Oconee County is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to achieving excellence and strength through diversity. The County seeks a wide range of applicants for its positions so that one of our core values, a qualified and diverse workforce, will be affirmed.