The Office of the DeKalb County District Attorney is currently accepting resumes for 1 (one) experienced Victim Advocate in our Sexual Exploitation and Crimes Against Children Unit. This Unit handles felonies where children have been victimized and human trafficking cases. We desire professionals with victim-based advocacy experience, who will represent the wishes and interests of victims while working with several disciplines to achieve justice. Advocates are trained professionals who assist and/or advocate for victims of crime (in accordance with (O.C.G.A. § 17-17-1) in determining the best options in the aftermath of a crime, whether the victim goes through the civil or criminal justice system. Principal duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: compliance with the Crime Victim Bill of Rights, explanation of and information about the criminal justice system, administrative duties and coordination of resources within the community on behalf of victims. Specifically, the Victim Advocate will collaborate with prosecutors, investigators, and service providers, participate in multi-disciplinary team and case review meetings, participate in community awareness and education, and any other duties as directed by the Program Director.

Internal Interested candidates should email a resume, cover letter, and references by November 18th, to Chastity Rogers, Victim Services Director, cdrogers@dekalbcountyga.gov

Qualifications/Requirements: The successful candidate must possess a post-graduate degree in the Social Services related field, specific experience in victim dynamics related to child abuse, trafficking, domestic violence, sexual assault, homicide, and personal violence.

The ideal candidate must have prior experiences working in a victim-assistance prosecutor’s office, preferably with 2-5 years of practice in advocating for, communicating with, and providing services to crime victims at the felony level. However, consideration will be given to candidates with strong-community based advocacy experience. Additionally, experience, either paid or volunteer, will be considered. The candidate must have experience working with children and young people and be able to demonstrate an ability to build rapport with this age population.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: The successful candidate must possess excellent communication skills, both oral and written; must be detail-oriented; strong organizational and interpersonal skills are a must; must be able to work well in a team environment; must demonstrate a strong sense of personal responsibility and leadership skills, as well as a commitment to serving the community and working with the public.

Additionally, the candidate must have a proficient working knowledge of human trafficking and child exploitation. The candidate must be flexible in their working hours.

Employment is contingent upon the completion and satisfactory results of a criminal background check.