The Cherokee County Solicitor-General’s Office has an immediate opening for a Victim Witness Advocate. Advocates work closely with crime victims and/or witnesses of a crime to guide them through the trauma, complexities, and nuances of the criminal justice system.

Victim Witness Advocate duties include but are not limited to: assisting victims with impact statements; advising them of available resources as necessary; educating victims on their rights under Georgia’s Victims’ Bill of Rights and Marsy’s Law; keeping victims and witnesses informed about upcoming court hearings and the purpose(s) of such hearings; providing crisis counseling as necessary; and escorting victims to court upon request to provide routine legal and emotional support Knowledge of the judicial process concerning victims’ rights and experience working with prosecutors and law enforcement are preferred.

Minimum qualifications include:  A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in human services, psychology, sociology, social work, criminal justice, social work, counseling, or a related field;
• A valid Georgia Driver’s License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report;
• Candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. An applicant selected for hire will be subject to fingerprinting, a criminal history background check, and pre-employment drug screening; employment is contingent upon the completion and satisfactory results of each investigation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of experience working in the fields of criminal justice, social services, crisis intervention, or trauma and violence safety assessment and planning;
• Certifications in Victim Witness Advocacy, including but not limited to: (a) Completion of National Advocate Credentialing (any level); (b) Advocate Certification by the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia (Basic or Advanced); or (c) a Victim Advocacy Certificate from the University of Georgia or University of West Georgia;
• Superior customer service skills, a positive attitude, personal responsibility, and a strong sense of community responsibility.

Applicants should mail or e-mail a resume and cover letter to:
Todd Hayes, Solicitor-General
Office of the Solicitor-General
100 North Street, Suite 130
Canton, GA 30114
cthayes@cherokeecountyga.gov

No phone calls, please. Candidates possessing the minimum qualifications will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

The Office of the Cherokee County Solicitor-General 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: Commensurate with experience; up to $45.200.

Submit resume and cover letter to:

Email: cthayes@cherokeecountyga.gov