Assistant Victim Advocate - Jacksonville, United States - University of North Florida

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Assistant Victim Advocate

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Applicants must complete an online application at, as well as upload and mail supplemental documents in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not apply online and/or upload and mail all the required documents will not be considered for this position. Once you submit both your completed application and uploaded documents you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records. While the confirmation number guarantees that your online application and uploaded documents have been successfully received, it does not mean that your application is complete.

Posting Details

Position Information

Job TitleAssistant Victim AdvocatePosition Number336880Requisition NumberB08700Position TypeAdministrativeClass Code9822Time-limited throughn/aType of AppointmentFull-TimeFaculty Position Sub-TypeN/ALength of AppointmentN/AInternal Recruitment?NoWorking Hours8:00am - 5:00pmDepartmentOffice of the Dean of StudentsOrganizationStudent AffairsDivisionStudent AffairsCollegeN/AApproved Hiring Salary Range$32,000 - NegotiablePay BasisAnnuallyEqual Opportunity
In 2020, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the HEED institutions and was recognized as a 2020 Diversity Champion.

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.
Carnegie
UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University's collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF's mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.
Faculty Initiatives
The University of North Florida promotes the quality and effectiveness of education and strives to maintain the highest standards of academic excellence in all phases of instruction, research/scholarship/creative activity, and service.
General Description / Primary Purpose
The Assistant Victim Advocate is a confidential resource providing on call services twenty-four hours a day and responds to any victimization occurring on the UNF campus. Services provided include emotional support, crisis intervention, referrals, and assistance navigating the criminal, judicial, and university systems.

Essential Duties

Job Function
The Assistant Victim Advocate, under the supervision of the Victim Advocate or higher will provide information and options using a trauma-informed victim centered approach to those identified with concerns resulting from victimization. When on-call, respond to callouts by UPD for assistance.
Percentage Of Time25Job Function
The Assistant Victim Advocate- Maintains campus partnerships with other departments offering student services, including, but not limited to, University Police Department, Housing & Residence Life, Recreation & Wellness, Counseling Center, Undergraduate Studies. Working knowledge of federal, state, and local services when selecting the types of referrals and services needed.
In addition, coordinating the provision of those referrals and services when creating a plan of action for students impacted by crime on or off campus. Maintains and updates Dean of Students resource manual used for referrals. Victim Advocacy service provider sits on university-wide Committees as necessitated to promote the successful implementation of the Victim Advocacy Program under the Dean of Students Office mission within the University community.
Percentage Of Time25Job Function
The Assistant Victim Advocate- Manages a low-level case load but is required to have a working knowledge of all cases. Will review their assigned cases, including provided documentation, and meet with students to get a well-rounded understanding of the situation. The Assistant Victim Advocate provides accompaniment to judicial cases, law enforcement interviews and medical services.
Percentage Of Time25Job Function
The Assistant Victim Advocate will plan, develop, and present educational programs geared toward educating the campus community on topics of sexual and dating violence. Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Regulations. Assists in the education and exercise of victims' rights per statutory and constitutional laws.
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Posting Detail Information

Marginal Functions
The Assistant Victim Advocate assists in supervising the Master of Social Work intern assigned to the Victim Advocacy Program within the Dean of Students Office. The Assistant Victim Advocate may assist with training and development for the intern(s).

The Victim Advocate Assistant will also help develop statistical and informational reports, including dissemination of materials, as needed.

The Assistant Victim Advocate assists in the development and maintenance of informational material and the departmental web page. Maintains confidentiality of student records. Other duties as assigned.

Other duties assigned by the Victim Advocate or Dean of Students.
Required Qualifications
This position requires either (a) Master's degree from anin a directly related area of specialization; (b) Bachelor's degree from anin a directly related area of specialization and two years of experience directly related to the job functions; or (c ) 6 years of direct experience.
Faculty Position Required Qualifications
n/a
Departmental Requirements
An understanding of student development, public health, University policies and procedures, campus partners, and organizational planning.
Statement(s) of Understanding Definition
This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). This position has been designated as a CSA because it involves significant responsibility for student and campus activities and/or responsibility for campus security. As such, any person in this position must report to the University Police Department a crime or an incident that might be a crime that he/she becomes aware of. This position has a reporting requirement because the University believes that responsibility for students, campus activities and/or campus security will make the holder of this position someone members of the University community will see as an authority figure and someone to whom they can seek help. A CSA is not expected to investigate or determine whether a criminal incident actually took place. A CSA's responsibility is a duty to report. All positions designated as CSAs are required to complete an online or in-person training session. For more information concerning the training sessions or CSAs, please contact the University Police Department at or the Office of the General Counsel at
Required Licensure or Certification
Recommended Victim Advocacy Certification through State of Florida within 1 year of hire date
Machines/Equipment used regularly
Computer, telephone, copier, and general office equipment.
Anticipated Start Date03/04/2024Job Posting Date02/07/2024Application Review Date02/23/2024Application Deadline02/23/2024Open Until FilledYesPoint of Contact InformationMaurisha Bishop-Salmon, Hiring OfficialRachel WinterLocation if not JacksonvilleJacksonville, FLSpecial Instructions
Applicants must complete an online application at, as well as upload and mail supplemental documents in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not apply online and/or upload and mail all the required documents will not be considered for this position. Once you submit both your completed application and uploaded documents you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records. While the confirmation number guarantees that your online application and uploaded documents have been successfully received, it does not mean that your application is complete.
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