State Attorney's Office, 1St Circuit- Victim​/Witness Specialist

Victim Advocate I —

Minimum starting annual salary $35,360.00.

Commensurate with education and experience.

Do you want to make a difference in your community? Do you want a rewarding career?

Join the State Attorney's Office, First Judicial Circuit and be part of a dynamic team. We serve Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, and Walton counties. This full‑time position is located in Pensacola, Florida (Escambia County) and operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Victim Advocate provides direct support to victims of crime throughout the criminal justice process. Victim Advocates liaise between the Assistant State Attorney and the victims, explain the criminal justice system, refer victims to resources, and advocate for their rights. Responsibilities include maintaining ongoing contact, informing victims of their right to attend and participate in meetings and court hearings, and providing primary emotional support.

The role also involves attending depositions, interview sessions, court proceedings, and assisting victims with necessary paperwork.

• Make initial contact with victims to explain the criminal justice process and refer to community resources.
• Maintain and document ongoing contact with victims and keep them informed of rights and court hearings.
• Act as primary emotional support and guide victims through the criminal justice process.
• Attend depositions, hold victim office interviews, attend court proceedings, and assist with victim paperwork.

A high‑school diploma or equivalent and experience in criminal justice, social science, counseling, public contact or customer service, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for experience.

Preferred background in social work, criminal justice, psychology, or related fields. Preferred training or work experience in victimization dynamics, community services, or crisis intervention.

Applicants must pass a background check. The employer is an E‑Verify participant and requires proof of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States. Harassment‑free workplace policies and safe workplace procedures apply. You must maintain satisfactory attendance and performance levels.

Applicants must use the State of FL “People First” electronic application and include a résumé and cover letter.

Phone: 850‑595‑4909
Email: hr

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act must notify the agency hiring authority. The State of Florida supports a drug‑free workplace; all employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing per Florida statutes.