Spanish Speaking Victim/Witness Specialist (Advocate)
Location: Anne Arundel County, MD
The State’s Attorney’s Office is seeking a Spanish speaking Victim/Witness Specialist to support victims and witnesses of crime and to aid prosecutors both with the preparation of a criminal case for trial and throughout the court process. This position may be full or part time.
Essential Job Functions:
- Must be fluent in Spanish
- Assist attorneys by preparing victims and witnesses for trial
- Must have some knowledge of the court system and victim’s rights
- Must be able to review police reports, witness statements, 911 calls and other evidence
- Assist victims by providing support, information, safety planning and community resources. Contact with victims and witnesses includes but is not limited to:
- Educating victims/witnesses on the court process
- Obtaining victim input for bail reviews, plea hearings, sentencing
- Providing court accompaniment for victims at all court hearings
- Attending pre-trial conferences with victims and witnesses
- Maintaining regular contact with victims throughout the court process
- Providing notifications to victims of case events and post-trial proceedings
- Attending and participating in educational conferences/training seminars
- Other duties as needed
Requirements:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in a human service related field (i.e.: psychology, human services, sociology, criminal justice or related field)
- Ability to conduct empathetic and objective interviews with victims and witnesses
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Spanish
- Ability to work independently and with sound judgment
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fluid and dynamic environment
- May require travel between office locations
Please send a cover letter with a current resume and 3 references to SAO_Resume@aacounty.org with “Spanish Speaking V/W Specialist (Advocate)” and indicate if you are interested in Full Time, Part Time or Both in the subject line.
*NOTE - The selection process includes a comprehensive background investigation
