Victim Advocate - Grant Funded Position

About the Job

As a Victim Advocate, you will provide direct services to victims and witnesses encountered by CSPD (Colorado Springs Police Department). You will coordinate crisis intervention for victims of crimes, assess the needs of the victims and witnesses, determine the assistance needed, and provide referral support and follow‑up.

Special at‑will position grant‑funded through December 2026 with possibility of extension.

Work performed primarily in an office environment with travel to crime scenes and possible exposure to unpleasant crime scene conditions and inclement weather.

Position requires working on a rotating on‑call basis for after hours and weekend callouts.

• Provide immediate on‑call crisis intervention and emotional support to crime victims as needed on a 24‑hour basis.
• Review case reports to identify crime victims and contact the victims to offer services.
• Provide high quality and comprehensive follow‑up support services for crime victims.
• Coordinate the provision of services with other criminal justice and community‑based service programs to facilitate a seamless transition for victims.
• Ensure that victims are aware of their rights under the Colorado Victim Rights Act.
• Assist victims in applying for crime victim compensation, when applicable.
• Provide information and referrals on resources to crime victims for long‑term assistance.
• Assist with informing victims of the status of their case through the initial phases of the investigation, including the filing of the case by the District Attorney's Office or when a final decision is made by CSPD not to file charges.
• Maintain data on victim contacts for tracking and grant reporting purposes.
• Assist with grant applications and reports.

• Colorado Crime Victim Rights Act and the criminal justice system.
• Community resources for crime victims.
• Modern office procedures and equipment, including computers and supporting software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook).
• Proper English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Internet usage.
• Strong crisis intervention and teamwork skills.
• Conduct field work and provide direct, in‑person crisis intervention services to victims of violent crime.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships with co‑workers and with internal and external partners.
• Cope with emotional and stressful situations and make sound decisions.
• Drive government vehicle at night and during inclement weather.

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related field; preferably criminal justice, behavioral science or social science.

• One year of full‑time, professional experience in a related field; preferably working with victims of a violent crime, including crisis intervention experience or specialized training from a law enforcement agency in victim advocacy.
• Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non‑probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges.

One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for one year of required education (OR) one year of relevant academic coursework beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for one year of required professional experience.

• Proficiency in spoken and written Spanish.
• Experience working with victims of violent crime in a criminal justice setting.
• Experience that demonstrates a strong knowledge of victims’ rights and the criminal justice system.
• Basic Advocate Certification through Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance.

• Job offer contingent upon successful completion of a polygraph examination, fingerprinting, extensive background check, and other pre‑employment assessments.
• Applicants that have used marijuana or CBD products within 3 months from the date of their application submission will not be eligible for hire. More information about the Colorado Springs Police Department’s Marijuana Use Policy can be found after the link (policy).

• Lift up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, walk or stand to a significant degree, and possible exposure to unpleasant crime scene conditions.
• Primary work environment – office with some travel from site to site and possible exposure to extreme weather conditions.
• Extreme temperature – seasonally.
• Wetness and humidity – seasonally.
• Respiratory hazards – never.
• Noise and vibrations – never.
• Physical hazards – never.
• Mechanical and/or electrical hazards – rarely.
• Exposure to communicable diseases – rarely.

Please contact CSPD Human Resources at cspdhiring or  for any questions about this position.