Closes: 6/8/2022Victim Advocate/Project Coordinator

Reports to: Tribal Court Administrator

Salary (Grade): $22.07(G19-E) Status: Reg. Full-Time (Non-Exempt)

Location: Winnebago Tribal Court 1000 Industrial Parkway, Winnebago NE 68071

This is a grant funded position with the possibility of the job ending on September 30, 2022

Job Purpose & Position Overview:

This position is under the administrative supervision of the Tribal Court Administrator. The Crime Victim Specialist provides service assistance and information to victims of crimes on the Winnebago Indian Reservation; and acts as victim advocate protecting the rights of victims set forth by tribal, state, and federal ordinances and laws.

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Demonstrates the Winnebago Tribe’s core mission, vision, and values.

Maintain accurate and complete case file records and statistical reports for grant requirements.

Ensure all relevant documentation is included in clientele file/database.

Provides counseling, explanation of legal policies, and guidance to crime victims as their cases proceed through the criminal justice system.

Provide assistance to victims of crimes with restitution forms, in applying for crime victim compensation applications, and other court-related forms.

Assist victims in obtaining orders of protection.

Communicate and cooperate with the respective agencies in the assistance process, and to advise the assigned prosecutor of any developments in the case.

Stay abreast on court cases and be available for trial of said case for supportive service to the victim.

Assist victims in the expeditious return of recovered property.

Respond to crime scenes during designated on-call times to provide immediate emotional support and crisis response, including nights and weekends.

Determine any problems a victim may have because of being subpoenaed to appear in court; e.g., transportation, employer, child care problems, and assist to achieve an appropriate solution.

Schedule interviews for victims with local agencies, including prosecutors, probation, counseling services and/or child advocacy centers.

Refer the victims to appropriate community resources as needed.

Notify victims of specific case standing; on-going evaluation of status of case (s); and inform clientele of benefits of community resources and state/federal programs.

Provide transportation assistance to and from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, grand jury, forensic interviews, hospitalizations and counseling services in the community.

Maintain the confidentiality of information about pending cases from the general public.

Inform the Assistant U.S. Attorney and Victim/Witness Specialist assigned to the case of Victim/Witness problems and concerns and opinions including some case disposition to help in the preparation of the Victim Information Questionnaire.

Occasional legal research and occasional clerical duties.

Duties listed are only an illustration of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment.

Required Qualifications/Skills:

Completion of a Bachelor of Arts, in the areas of criminal justice, human services, or other related fields.

Must have at least two years’ experience in counseling, crisis intervention, and conflict resolution, directly related to domestic violence or criminal assault. Must grant project management experience and/or have some experience working with law enforcement and/or legal personnel. An acceptable combination of experience and education will be considered.

Must meet driver’s eligibility guidelines.

Must be able to work with all kinds of personalities and maintain the highest level of confidentiality as provided by the law.

Must be able to work independently.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

N/A

Training Requirements:

Must be willing to attend meetings and trainings as requested.

Physical Requirements:

Normal to light office work which includes the ability to lift up to 10 lbs.

Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment.

While performing daily duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen.

Mental Requirements:

Reading, writing, calculating

Above average social interaction skills

Reasoning/Analysis

Ability to work as part of a team and/or with minimal to no supervision.

Language Requirements:

Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.

Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.

Certificates, Licenses & registrations:

All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check.

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit an application at www.winnebagotribe.com, a resume, cover letter, and two (2) letters of recommendation are required. Applications submitted after the closing date or without proper documents will not be considered.

If claiming Native American or Veteran preference, please include pertinent documentation.

Call Human Resources at 402-878-2272 for further information.

As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.