Victim Witness Caseworker I

**Department:** COMMONWEALTH'S ATTORNEY **Compensation Grade:** **Compensation Range & Starting Salary:** Pay Range: $23.80/hour - $37.09/hour Starting pay is based on comparable experience Part-time position: up to 29 hours/week **Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):** No **Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 29 **About Us:** Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference. **Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:** The Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney is responsible for prosecuting those charged with violating the criminal laws of Virginia in Virginia Beach. We are seeking a part-time caseworker within our grant Victim Witness program. Caseworkers assist with the overall administration of the Victim-Witness Program and coordinate services for citizens who participate in the Criminal Justice System. This individual will work with victims and witnesses of crime; maintain contact with victims and witnesses via phone, email, postal mail as well as in person; keep victims and witnesses informed on matters related to their case. Other duties include coordinate interviews, assist with court appearances and other services; assist victims and witnesses with escorting them to court cases; assist prosecutors with interviews and court cases; maintain case files, record monthly statistical information; help plan and coordinate activities for National Victims’ Rights Week; provide backup to other staff when necessary and other duties as required. Preferences for this position include: - Experience working with victims and/or witnesses of crime - Knowledge of trauma-informed care practices and their application in victim services. - Experience working in the Virginia Beach Criminal Justice System - Experience working with clients in a confidential manner - Familiarity with protective orders, victim compensation programs, and court accompaniment procedures. - Experience with the Virginia Crime Rights Act - Experience coordinating with law enforcement, prosecutors, or legal aid organizations to support client needs. - Multilingual This position is an at-will position serving at the pleasure of the Commonwealth’s Attorney. The Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For additional information and to apply for this position please visit virginiabeach.gov. **Minimum Requirements:** Minimum Qualifications: Requires a combination of higher education and/or experience equivalent to four (4) years in social work, criminal justice, or related field which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. May require a current and valid driver's license. **Skills:** Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice System, Trauma Informed Care, Victim Advocacy, Victim Rights **Working Conditions:** Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business. The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of…