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Victim Witness Specialist Jobs in Baraboo, WI at Sauk County
Title: Victim Witness Specialist
Company: Sauk County
Location: Baraboo, WI
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Join our team and make a difference in your community
as a Victim Witness Specialist with the District Attorney’s Office. We
are looking for someone who has the dedication to provide support,
information, and guidance to victims and witnesses throughout the
criminal justice process to ensure they are informed, prepared, and
treated with dignity. The purpose of the Victim Witness Specialist is to
provide information and assistance to crime victims and witnesses
regarding restitution, court procedures, and referrals to various
agencies for services and ensure that victims’ and witnesses are
apprised of their rights under Wisconsin statutes and Constitution
provisions and to perform related reporting and recordkeeping tasks for
the Sauk County District Attorney’s Office. Sauk County is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or
disability. We actively encourage protected veterans and individuals
with disabilities to apply for our open positions. In compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 503 of the
Rehabilitation Act, the company will provide reasonable accommodations
to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage both
prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations
with the employer. If you are a qualified individual with a disability
or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable
accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or
access our online application system as a result of your disability. To
request an accommodation, please contact our Human Resources team at
608-355-4887 [email protected] Essential Duties Act as an
advocate and liaison on behalf of crime victims within the criminal
justice system to assure the protections of victims’ right as specified
in Chapter 950 of the Wisconsin Statutes and in accordance with Marsy’s
Law. Perform court-related tasks such as notifying victims/witnesses of
court proceedings, assisting prosecuting attorney during court
proceedings regarding victim/witness testimony/appearances, and
escorting victims/witnesses to court proceedings. Assist in gathering
victim/witness information to assist prosecution; and provide courts
with information regarding the impact of crime on victims’
economically, physically and psychologically. Review criminal files to
determine victim names and possible restitution, investigate restitution
claims, and contact victims, insurance companies, law enforcement
agencies and other concerned parties to verify claims. Enter victim
information to computer database (Protect) and prepare and send
informational contact letters, restitution claim forms, crime victim
Compensation Applications, And Other Correspondence And Forms. Schedule
victims/witnesses for interviews. Cancel civilian and law enforcements
witnesses when case hearings are cancelled or rescheduled. Monitor
subpoena service. Other duties as assigned. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE
AND QUALIFICATIONS: 2 years of office or clerical experience *****
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
www.governmentjobs.com/careers/saukwi
