Victim Assistance Specialist - Richmond, United States - US Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys

US Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
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Richmond, United States

4 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Duties:

If selected for this position, you will provide a variety of services related to the victim witness program.


Typical work assignments will include:

  • Directing dissemination of information pertinent to various victim and witness protection laws
  • Speaking to public, civic, industry and special interest groups on victim's issues
  • Coordinating efforts with local victim services providers, social services, law enforcement based victim assistance providers, and prosecution based victimwitness staff.
  • Responding to victim inquiries, assessing concerns, and determining program eligibility for victimwitness services
  • Advocating on behalf of crime victims in regard to issues and problems caused by crime.
  • Providing information to victims on schedule changes, status of defendant's pleas, results of trial
  • Providing incourt support during hearings and trials.
  • Obtaining services and assistance for victims and witnesses through specific federal programs and funds
  • Reviewing literature on victim witness issues.
Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.


Requirements:


Conditions of Employment:


  • You must be a U.S. Citizen or National
  • You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable
  • If selected, you may be required to complete a one year probationary period.
  • You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Qualifications:


GS-11:GS-11
: To be eligible at the GS-11 level, you must meet at least ONE of the following conditions, as defined below: Specialized Experience, Education, OR a combination of Education and Experience.- Substitution of Education**: One of the following types of education in a related field (e.g.

, Criminal Justice):
a Ph.
D. or equivalent doctorate degree; OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree.

Education at the graduate level must be in an accredited college or university and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position.

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Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of specialized experience as described above and graduate-level education as described above which when combined equal 100% of the requirements. To calculate your percentage of graduate education, first determine the total number of graduate hours that exceed 18 semester hours (or your school's definition of one year of graduate study), then divide the total number of your excess graduate semester hours by 18 (or your school's definition of one year of graduate study). To calculate your percentage of qualifying experience, divide your total number of months of qualifying experience by 12. Now, add the two percentages together. The sum of the percentages must equal at least 100%. (Only graduate education in excess of the first two full years may be used in this calculation).


Education:


OR

Additional information:

Payment of relocation expenses will not be authorized.


The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.


Current or Former Political Appointees:
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees.

If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office.

Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.


EEO Statement:

The Department of Justice is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment for all employees and applicants.

See U.S. Department of Justice Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for complete details.


Diversity Statement:

As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.


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