The District Attorney’s Office is currently accepting resumes/applications for a Victim Witness Advocate in the Atlanta Circuit. This position will work closely with victims and/or witnesses of a crime to guide them through the Victim/Witness Advocacy Program.

Provides crisis intervention services to crime victims and their families: assist victims in recovering from the physical, emotional, and financial impact of crimes; evaluates and determines needs of victims and families; and provides resources, referrals, and assistance with victim’s compensation, burial assistance, housing/relocation, clothing, food, transportation, medical services, counseling, mentoring, or other appropriate services.

Provides support and assistance to victims, witnesses, and families during the criminal justice process: responds to inquiries and requests; explains the Victim Bill of Rights and judicial processes; provides language translation and interpretation; and assists with victim compensation claims and victim impact statements.

Notifies victims and witnesses of any status changes in case proceedings, such as court dates, bond, pleas, release from jail or prison, parole, case status and outcomes, and other pertinent information; uses phone, email, written correspondence, and in-person meetings to make contact and follow-up with victims/witnesses.

Accompanies victims, witnesses, and families to court hearings, trials, and attorney interviews to provide support and guidance.

Communicates with Attorneys, Investigators, other Victim/Witness Advocates or Counselors, judges, courtroom personnel, service providers, volunteers, interns, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities and resolve problems; discuss cases; advocate and communicate on behalf of victim’s rights, needs, and concerns; or provide victim/witness advocacy training and guidance.

Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures: receives and reviews various documentation, including crime scene photographs, restitution paperwork, and victim impact statements; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation, including victim’s compensation packet, pardon and parole board packet, Pro-Dialog records, and advocacy reports; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.

Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment and supplies as necessary to complete essential functions.

The Atlanta Judicial Circuit is an equal employment opportunity employer and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Salary Range: $50,498.00 – $93,926.00

Contact Number: 404-398-1992

Submit resume and cover letter to:  ebony.davis@fultoncountyga.gov