Victim Advocate

Overview

Join the Parker Police Department as a Victim Advocate – Make a Real Impact on Your Community.

Are you passionate about serving your community and making a difference? The Parker Police Department is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team. As a vital part of our department, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive, collaborative environment. We believe that leadership can emerge at every level, and we value the contributions of each team member.

By working together, we strive to find solutions that improve our community and enhance public safety.

We provide continuous training and support to help you strengthen your skills and advance within the department. We would be honored to have you join the Town of Parker family!

• Establishes contact with victims of crimes and personal tragedy, either in the immediate aftermath of the crime or on a follow-up basis.
• Provides immediate crisis intervention and initial emotional support as needed and provides information on counseling available for long-term assistance.
• Adheres to and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, such as the Colorado Victims Right Act (VRA), and Colorado Crime Victim Compensation Act.
• Ensures that victims are aware of their rights under the Colorado Victim Rights Act (VRA) and the Colorado Victim Compensation Act.
• Informs victims of the status of their case through the initial phases of investigation, up to the filing of the case with the District Attorney’s Office.
• Assists victims with the return of their property being held in evidence.
• Reviews offense reports to identify victims who may benefit from the services described herein and contacts those victims to offer service.
• Collaborates with other community services providers to ensure safety and support of victims.
• Develops and maintains a positive and productive working relationship with other members of the Department and the Town’s Municipal Court to provide high quality and complete support services for victims through a teamwork approach.
• Maintains a professional and positive rapport with the District Attorney’s staff and their victim assistance personnel and programs, the District, County and Municipal Courts and their staff, and other law enforcement agencies and their victim assistance programs.
• Develops and delivers community outreach, education, and training on victim rights, legislation, available resources, and related policies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required. An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in human services, or other related field, supplemented by one (1) year of experience dealing with victims of crime or personal tragedy. Additional experience will be considered in lieu of education.

Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Driver's License issued by the State of Colorado for the type of vehicle or equipment operated; safe driving record and a minimum of two (2) years of driving history.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• Knowledge of relevant town, state, and federal laws, regulations, and policies.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of current victim laws.
• Skill in the operation of computers and other types of modern office equipment.
• Skill in verbal and written communication.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to relate to, and deal effectively with, a diverse group of people who may be victims of crime or personal tragedy.
• Ability to maintain a positive and professional working relationship with District, County and Municipal Judges, Court Staff, the District Attorney’s Office and other victim/witness advocates.
• Ability to interact in a positive and professional manner with Town staff and local law enforcement agencies to achieve…