Victim/Witness Advocate Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mynevadacounty/jobs/newprint/4823902) Apply  Victim/Witness Advocate Salary $53,069.64 - $64,787.16 Annually Location Nevada City CA 95959, CA Job Type Full Time Job Number 2025-0061 Department District Attorney-Victim Witness Opening Date 02/07/2025 Closing Date 2/21/2025 12:00 PM Pacific + Description + Benefits + Questions Definition and Class Characteristics INTERVIEWS FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE HELD ON FEBRUARY 27, 2025 The District Attorney’s Office is hiring a Victim Witness Advocate to support victims of crime that are navigating the criminal justice system. Are you ready to work in the criminal justice field? We invite you to apply! The Victim Witness Assistance Center program is crafted to reduce the trauma and insensitive treatment that victims and witnesses may experience in the wake of a crime. The ideal candidate is proficient in the use of digital technology. Case management, evidence and information exchange is digital. Basic knowledge of legal terminology and procedures will help you be successful in this role. This position will be based out of our Nevada City office and will support caseloads in both Truckee and Nevada City, with travel to Truckee once per week. As a Victim Witness Advocate you will: + Provide services to ensure that victims and witnesses are not further victimized. + Aid and supports crime victims throughout the criminal justice process. + Provide immediate and ongoing emotional and material support by offering resources and victim-related information. + Enable victims to cope with the trauma associated with the crime and its after effects. + Provide case updates, referrals to resources, restitution, court accompaniment and direct services. Background Investigation: Qualified candidates will be subject to an extensive background investigation. Benefits (https://mynevadacounty.attract.neogov.com/p/employeebenefits) : This is a full-time position and the County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA). Nevada County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) through the Department of Education. Why Nevada County? (https://mynevadacounty.attract.neogov.com/p/why-us) Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a hard-working organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides relevant programming to keep us safe and healthy. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Please read the full job descriptionhere (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mynevadacounty/classspecs/1082110?keywords=victim%20advocate&pagetype=classSpecifications) . Education and Experience Required COPIES OF DEGREES, TRANSCRIPTS, CERTIFICATES OR LICENSES LISTED AS REQUIRED IN THIS SECTION MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE APPLICATION Equivalent to college level course work in social science, behavioral science, criminology, administration of justice or a closely related field from an accredited college or university ANDequivalent to one year of work experience involving processes in the criminal justice or judicial system which include the provision of victim services, peer counseling or social service work. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid California driver's license within 30 days of hire. Must successfully complete the required forty-hour training curriculum for Victim Advocates within first year of full time employment, and obtain the appropriate victim advocate certification. Benefits Guide TheBenefits Guide (https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/492/Benefits) is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unitsummaries and agreements (MOUs) (https://nevadacountyca.gov/475/Memoranda-of-Understanding-MOUs) for additional benefit information. Health Insurance The County sponsored plan is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs. Health Insurance Plans + Anthem Blue Cross Select HMO + Anthem Blue Cross Traditional HMO + Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO + Blue Shield Trio HMO + Kaiser HMO + PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan) + PERS Platinum PPO + PORAC (Available to PORAC members only) Flexible Spending Accounts The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA. Life Insurance Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya: + Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment + Basic Term Life + Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans + Optional Dependent Term Life + Optional Term Life Dental & Vision Insurance Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Ameritas Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and Ameritas VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider. Retirement The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and also provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions. CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55 Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60 Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62 CalPERS Safety tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50. Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55. Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57. We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page,www.calpers.ca.gov, to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you. NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2 Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov www.nevadacountyca.gov 01 Which of the following choices best describes your level of education? Please note that failure to attach a copy of your college level transcripts (unofficial are accepted) or degree may result in disqualification. + Did not graduate High School or GED + High School or GED + Some college: 0-59 units + Some college: 60-89 units + Some college: 90-119 units + Associates Degree + Bachelor's Degree + Master's Degree 02 Please let us know the subject area of your college education. + Social Sciences Administration + Justice-related + Behavioral Science-Psychology-Counseling-Mental Health + Criminology + Other + Not Applicable-No Degree 03 Please select the choice that best describes your years of experience equivalent to one year involving processes in the criminal justice or judicial system which include the provision of victim services, peer counseling or social service work. + None + Less than 1 year + 1 year + 2 years + 3 years + 4 years + 5 or more years 04 Please describe your experience with processes in the criminal justice or judicial system which INCLUDES the provision of victim services, peer counseling or social service work. 05 This position requires college level course work in social science, behavioral science, criminology, administration of justice or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Therefore, you must attach your degree or transcripts (official and unofficial are acceptable) to meet the minimum qualifications. Applications submitted without proof of education will be disqualified. + Yes, I have attached my documentation + No, I have not attached my documentation and understand my application will be disqualified. Required Question Employer County of Nevada Address 950 Maidu Avenue Nevada City, California, 95959 Phone 530 265 7010 Website https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email