Victim Witness Assistant

The Office of the Second Judicial District Attorney improves the quality of life of the citizens of Bernalillo County by reducing crime through thoughtful enforcement of the law and the development of a criminal justice system.  The Office is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is seeking applicants for a Victim Witness Assistant position at the Second Judicial District Attorney’s Office in Albuquerque, New Mexico. 

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: This position requires considerable knowledge of the criminal justice system, court proceedings, and procedures within the District Attorney’s office; effective written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, supervisory skills; ability to prepare statistical and routine reports and correspondence; ability to work with diverse individuals and agencies; grant writing and administration abilities.

• Requirements: Associates  Degree  in  criminal  justice,  social  sciences,  or  related  field  or  at  least  two  (2)  years  work experience in the criminal justice system, criminal law, human services, or other related field. 

• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in criminal justice, social sciences, or related field and 4 years of relevant work experience.

• Job Requirements/Working Conditions: Most work is performed in an office environment. Some physical effort and frequent travel may be required. May be required to be on-call during non-working hours. May be required and or interact with court facility dog.

Salary is commensurate with experience. Resume and three professional references must be received at the Office of the Second Judicial District Attorney.  This advertisement will remain open until filled.  Applicants selected for an interview must notify the Office of the Second Judicial District Attorney of the need for a reasonable accommodation due to a Disability.