CAMDEN COUNTY, GEORGIA CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION
CLASSIFICATION TITLE: VICTIM ADVOCATE - BRUNSWICK JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION

The purpose of this classification is work closely with victims of felonies to guide them through
the Victim Advocacy Program This position is specifically charged with coordinating efforts to
serve felony victims of crime from the time of arrest until warrants are bound over to Superior
Court.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the
duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical
assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Assist Criminal Justice Coordinating Council in the distribution of information
concerning the Crime Victims’ Compensation Program to the community.

Assist with compensation claims, victim impact statements and advising of available resources based
on the Victim Bill of Rights.

Provide referral information and assistance to victims regarding the criminal justice
system, victim’s compensation, restitution, counseling services, emergency shelter, and area
support groups for victims of homicide, sexual assault, family violence.

Communicates regularly with clients: Notifies clients of status changes in case proceedings,
including bond, hearings, postponements, guilty pleas, release from jail or prison, parole, etc.;
develops solutions and oral/written instructions for their safety by telephone or in person; and
provides follow-up communication after each step of the justice process.

Superior customer service skills, positive attitude, personal responsibility, and a strong sense of
responsibility to the community at large is preferred.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or GED; and Vocational/Technical Certification in related field; supplemented
by two (2) years' experience in law enforcement, public service; or, any combination of experience
and training which provides the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to
perform the work. Applicants should have a knowledge and level of competency commonly associated or
equal to an undergraduate degree in fields of study such as criminal justice, human services,
social work or related fields. Complete necessary training within first six months of employment
(Victim’s Assistance Training –VAT- on line) and other training as provided and made available.
Attend at least eight (8) hours victim assistance training annually, including victim’s
compensation training approved by the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council within six months of
employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Written and oral communication skills, as well as computer and telephone skills, interacting with
various agency representatives, law enforcement representatives and victims of crime. Working
knowledge of the criminal justice system and the impact of crime on victims. Requires a security
background check and/or additional Certification(s) specific to the functional area of assignment.
Experience working in a social services field a plus.

Salary Range: Starts at $37,440.00 Contact Number: 912-554-7200
Submit resume and cover letter to: mail:yrichardson@pacga.org

The Brunswick Judicial Circuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.