VICTIM SERVICES DIRECTOR, Criminal District Attorney

The Victim Assistance Director will be responsible for assisting with the daily functions of the Criminal District Attorney’s Office including supervising Victim Assistance Coordinators (VACs), staff, and volunteers who assist victims with cases that have been filed by the Criminal District Attorney’s Office for prosecution. The Director is responsible for the daily oversight of the unit including assigning cases, monitoring and developing programs and processes, ensuring that victims are afforded their rights as stated in the law, maintaining written information sent to victims, and working with victims, prosecutors, and the community at large. The Director carries a caseload. Additionally, the Director assists with interviewing and the selection process of new Victim Services employees as well as training, monitoring and addressing discipline matters when appropriate.

Supervises one or more employees in the Criminal District Attorney’s Office. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these employee(s). Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the county’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include including interviewing, and training employee(s); planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.????

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent may be required to bend, hear, keyboard, sit, stand, talk, work alone and with others, and work overtime. Must be able to lift up to 25lbs.?