VICTIM ASSISTANT

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JOB OPPORTUNITY #: 23-023

VICTIM ASSISTANT

PROSECUTING ATTORNEY

POSTED: 10/21/26

Responsibilities:

Contacts and assists victims of crime and their families, assesses their needs, provides support, and connects them with appropriate services and resources.

Reviews new case files to identify victims of crime and determine appropriate support and assistance.

Educates victims about their rights, the judicial process, courtroom procedures, and what to expect during court proceedings.

Keeps victims informed of case developments, court appearances, and case status; accompanies victims to court as needed.

Assists victims with restitution, Crime Victims Compensation, and identifying financial assistance for medical expenses, counseling, and lost wages.

Collaborates with prosecutors, investigators, and other staff to address victims needs and coordinate appropriate support.

Develops and maintains relationships with community agencies and service providers, including organizations assisting victims of sexual abuse and other crimes.

Prepares correspondence, forms, and legal documents; maintains accurate, organized, and confidential case files, records, and databases.

Provides general administrative and legal office support, including responding to phone and email inquiries, processing mail, and directing information to appropriate staff.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Status:

Full-time, non-exempt, benefited

Working hours:

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday

Location:

Columbia, Missouri

Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Salary Range:

$22.82 -$23.51 per hour

Deadline for Application:

Applications will be accepted until the posting is removed

Apply Now

Apply by clicking the link above or by visiting our website at https://www.boonemo.gov/hr/ . Call (573) 886-4395 if you have questions. Please contact us in advance if an accommodation is needed in order to apply.

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Benefit-eligible employees receive paid vacation, 14 paid holidays, enrollment in the County Employees Retirement Fund, and two matching deferred compensation plans. Other benefits include 100% County paid or low-cost employee health insurance premium options, 100% County paid employee dental premiums, subsidized dependent premiums, and County paid long-term disability and life insurance.

An Equal Opportunity Employer