Victim Advocate (FT) en The Town of Parker, CO

About the Department

Join the Parker Police Department as a Victim Advocate – Make a Real Impact on Your Community!!

Are you passionate about serving your community and making a difference?

The Parker Police Department is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team. As a vital part of our department, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive, collaborative environment.  We believe that leadership can emerge at every level, and we value the contributions of each team member. By working together, we strive to find solutions that improve our community and enhance public safety.

We provide continuous training and support to help you strengthen your skills and advance within the department. We would be honored to have you join the Town of Parker family!

Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, life and AD&D insurance, voluntary term life insurance, 401 (a) retirement plan, 457 retirement plan, holiday pay, vacation, sick leave, educational assistance program, employee assistance program and a family membership to the Parker Recreation Center and/or Field House. Benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of those plans and the summary plan descriptions, which are subject to annual budget and appropriations by Town Council.

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for providing contact with victims of crime and personal tragedy to offer individual and family support. 

*This position performs duties deemed to be safety sensitive. Employees holding this position participate in pre-employment and random drug testing under Town’s policies*

Timeline: (subject to change)
November 5 - 19th - Receiving applications

December 9th - Oral Board and Chief's Interview

Position Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily while consistently demonstrating the Town’s core values of integrity, innovation, commitment to quality service, and teamwork. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and the Town may change these duties at any time.

• Establishes contact with victims of crimes and personal tragedy, either in the immediate aftermath of the crime or on a follow-up basis.
• Provides immediate crisis intervention and initial emotional support as needed and provides information on counseling available for long-term assistance.
• Adheres to and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, such as the Colorado Victims Right Act (VRA), and Colorado Crime Victim Compensation Act.
• Ensures that victims are aware of their rights under the Colorado Victim Rights Act (VRA) and the Colorado Victim Compensation Act.
• Informs victims of the status of their case through the initial phases of investigation, up to the filing of the case with the District Attorney’s Office.
• Assists victims with the return of their property being held in evidence.
• Reviews offense reports to identify victims who may benefit from the services described herein and contacts those victims to offer service.
• Collaborates with other community services providers to ensure safety and support of victims.
• Develops and maintains a positive and productive working relationship with other members of the Department and the Town’s Municipal Court to provide high quality and complete support services for victims through a teamwork approach.
• Maintains a professional and positive rapport with the District Attorney’s staff and their victim assistance personnel and programs, the District, County and Municipal Courts and their staff, and other law enforcement agencies and their victim assistance programs.
• Develops and delivers community outreach, education, and training on victim rights, legislation, available resources, and related policies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required. An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered. 

Requires a bachelor’s degree in human services, or other related field, supplemented by one (1) year of experience dealing with victims of crime or personal tragedy. Additional experience will be considered in lieu of education. 

Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Driver's License issued by the State of Colorado for the type of vehicle or equipment operated; safe driving record and a minimum of two (2) years of driving history.

Employment Standards

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• Knowledge of relevant town, state, and federal laws, regulations, and policies.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of current victim laws.
• Skill in the operation of computers and other types of modern office equipment.
• Skill in verbal and written communication.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to relate to, and deal effectively with, a diverse group of people who may be victims of crime or personal tragedy.
• Ability to maintain a positive and professional working relationship with District, County and Municipal Judges, Court Staff, the District Attorney’s Office and other victim/witness advocates.
• Ability to interact in a positive and professional manner with Town staff and local law enforcement agencies to achieve trust, and an effective exchange of information.
• Ability to positively represent the Town of Parker and the Parker Police Department in adversarial conditions, and to implement the principles of community policing/problem solving in the Town.
• Ability to ensure that all crime victims are treated with fairness, dignity and respect.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including but not limited to: drug screen, criminal history search, credit check and polygraph examination. 

Other Qualifications

Working Conditions

The working conditions described below are representative of those an employee generally encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. 

Tools & Equipment

Requires use of general office equipment such as computers, printers, telephones, and related software. Use of specialized tools or equipment may also be necessary, including but not limited to technical devices, mechanical tools, heavy equipment, machinery, public-safety-related items, or other industry-specific systems. If required by the position, the employee may operate a personal or Town-owned vehicle. 

General and Sensory Requirements
The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls. Duties may also require stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing stairs or ladders, and maintaining balance. The employee must be able to talk and hear effectively, both in person and over the phone, and must be capable of operating a vehicle if required by the role. Vision requirements include consistent near and far visual acuity, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus to allow a broad field of vision.

Light Physical Demands
This position is primarily sedentary in nature. The employee must be able to exert up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.  

Environment

Physical presence onsite is required. Work is primarily performed in a climate-controlled office environment, but employees holding this position may respond to varied indoor and outdoor locations including emergency response environments. The noise level is typically quiet but can be variable depending on activities or location. This position occasionally involves work in inclement weather, including extreme heat, cold, wind, or precipitation. Employees in this position may encounter high-risk interpersonal situations or emotionally charged environments