Employment Opportunities
Cherokee County Solicitor-General’s Office
Victim Witness Advocate
The Cherokee County Solicitor-General’s Office is currently accepting resumes/applications for a Victim Witness Advocate. The successful candidate will work closely with victims and/or witnesses of crime to help them navigate the nuances of the criminal justice system and stay informed about the status of their cases.
Responsibilities include; assisting with compensation claims, receiving and assisting victim impact statements, and advising victims about available resources under the Georgia Victim’s Bill of Rights. Knowledge of the judicial system with respect to victims’ rights and experience working with prosecutors and law enforcement are preferred.
Preferred Qualifications: Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in human services, sociology, criminal justice, social work, counseling or a closely related field. Superior customer service skills, positive attitude, personal responsibility and a strong sense of responsibility to the community at large is preferred. All candidates are subject to a background check. Applicants selected for hire will be subject to fingerprinting, a criminal history background check, a motor vehicle driver’s history check and pre-employment drug screening; employment is contingent upon the completion and satisfactory results of each investigation.
The Cherokee County Solicitor-General’s Office 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: $37,000.00
Submit resume and cover letter to:
Email: cthayes@cherokeega.com