Victim Witness Specialist

Job ID: 34000
Agency: Office of Attorney General, Division of Criminal Investigation
Location: Southeast, SD
Salary: $27.84
Pay Grade: GHJ
Closing Date: 12.12.2025

This is a full-time position with the Office of the Attorney General. For more information on the Office of the Attorney General, please visit http://atg.sd.gov .

The South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation is hiring and we are looking for motivated, professional individuals ready to commit in making South Dakota a safer place. We provide training and support to allow the successful applicant an opportunity to make a difference every single day in an organization unlike any other in our state. For over 75 years, the South Dakota Division of Criminal investigation has been the employer of highly dedicated individuals who serve the state by finding solutions and solving crimes. In this hands-on and fast paced environment, we focus on teamwork, building relationships and putting people first.

The duties of a DCI Victim Witness Specialist include providing direct services to victims of crime; act as the liaison between the victim, the prosecutor, and law enforcement officials; advise victims of legal proceedings and assist as they navigate through the criminal court process; accompany victims in criminal proceedings as requested; assist in determining the amount of monetary damage suffered by the victim; participate in the training of law enforcement and the general public regarding the victimization process, victim needs and issues; assist in filing compensation claims.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
A firm understanding of the criminal justice system and the criminal justice process. The ideal candidate will be kind, caring, and empathetic

Knowledge of:

• the role and function of law enforcement, judicial and legal agencies;
• basic judicial procedures and court documents;
• the principles of interviewing and other information-gathering techniques.

Skills to:

• deal tactfully with others;
• communicate clearly and concisely.

Abilities to:

• interpret and explain laws, rights, policies and procedures;
• maintain records, prepare reports and correspondence, and related work;
• organize time and resources to achieve deadlines and goals;
• effectively communicate and negotiate with others, verbally and in writing, in a pleasant and tactful manner;
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with victims, families, non-
• custodial parents, co-workers, court staff, and public officials;
• maintain confidential clients' records;
• navigate crisis and trauma;
• participate in training to stay current on issues, resources, and networking;
• assist with SAVIN and victim impact statements.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=2Z1
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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