Victim Witness Assistant I

COUNTY OF BUCKS\n \nJOB TITLE:\n \nVictim Witness Assistant I\n \nJOB CODE:\n \n0355\n \nDEPARTMENT:\n \nDistrict Attorney\n \nUNION: \n \n00\n \nFLSA STATUS:\n \nNon-Exempt \n \nGRADE:\n \nPOSITION SUMMARY: \n \nPerforms a variety of job tasks related to supporting victims of crime by providing opportunities for them to be included in the criminal justice process and advocating for the enforcement of their rights.\n \nPosition:\n \nVictim Witness Assistant I \n \nFUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:\n \nPhysical Demands: (Check all that apply)\n \nBalancing \n \nX\n \nStooping \n \nX\n \nPushing\n \nX\n \nClimbing\n \nCrouching\n \nX\n \nPulling\n \nX\n \nCrawling\n \nKneeling\n \nX\n \nHandling\n \nX\n \nStanding\n \nX\n \nSitting\n \nX\n \nTalking\n \nX\n \nTurning\n \nX\n \nReaching\n \nX\n \nHearing\n \nX\n \nSeeing\n \nX\n \nColor Vision\n \nX\n \nDepth Perception\n \nX\n \nMobility\n \nX\n \nLifting: (Check one)\n \nCarrying: (Check one)\n \nSedentary\n \n(0-10 lbs)\n \nSedentary\n \n(

COUNTY OF BUCKS\n \nJOB TITLE:\n \nVictim Witness Assistant I\n \nJOB CODE:\n \n0355\n \nDEPARTMENT:\n \nDistrict Attorney\n \nUNION: \n \n00\n \nFLSA STATUS:\n \nNon-Exempt \n \nGRADE:\n \nPOSITION SUMMARY: \n \nPerforms a variety of job tasks related to supporting victims of crime by providing opportunities for them to be included in the criminal justice process and advocating for the enforcement of their rights.\n \nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\n\n Responsible for handling criminal case files at various stages of completeness. \n Ensuring all victims /witnesses are identified and provided with basic notification forms and orientation of the criminal justice systems. \n Responsible for all Early Termination Notices to victims and Assistant/Deputy District Attorneys (as required by Act 44)\n Responsible for all State Parole Notifications to victims and Assistant/Deputy District Attorneys.\n Provide court accompaniment when needed. \n Screening of all restitution forms for accuracy/completeness and contacting victims as necessary to obtain required documentation and/or clarification.\n Must meet all required clearances for employment (i.e. Act 34 \u2013 Criminal History, Act 33 \u2013 Child Abuse)\n Must be willing to attend and successfully complete all training required by P.C.C.D.\n Ensuring that restitution paperwork is placed in the case file or given to the assigned attorney in a timely manner, prior to disposition of the case. \n Sending disposition letters and restitution information to victims when restitution is ordered.\n Responsible for return mail, updating victim contact database information and remailing notices.\n Works under the mentorship / direction of the Victim Witness Assistant II. \n Other duties may be assigned.\n \nQUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:\n \nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\n\n Highschool diploma or equivalent\n Basic knowledge of the criminal justice system with experience in working with victims / witnesses of crime preferred.\n Experience with word processing and computer software, i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and related office systems. \n Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing)\n Ability to deal effectively with people in stressful situations.\n Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.\n Ability to handle confidential information.\n \nPosition:\n \nVictim Witness Assistant I \n \nFUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:\n \nPhysical Demands: (Check all that apply)\n \nBalancing \n \nX\n \nStooping \n \nX\n \nPushing\n \nX\n \nClimbing\n \nCrouching\n \nX\n \nPulling\n \nX\n \nCrawling\n \nKneeling\n \nX\n \nHandling\n \nX\n \nStanding\n \nX\n \nSitting\n \nX\n \nTalking\n \nX\n \nTurning\n \nX\n \nReaching\n \nX\n \nHearing\n \nX\n \nSeeing\n \nX\n \nColor Vision\n \nX\n \nDepth Perception\n \nX\n \nMobility\n \nX\n \nLifting: (Check one)\n \nCarrying: (Check one)\n \nSedentary\n \n(0-10 lbs)\n \nSedentary\n \n(<10 lbs)

\n \nX\n \nLight\n \n(0-20 lbs)\n \nLight\n \n(0-10 lbs)\n \nMedium\n \n(0-50 lbs)\n \nX\n \nMedium\n \n(0-25 lbs)\n \nHeavy\n \n(0- 100 lbs)\n \nHeavy\n \n(0- 50 lbs)\n \nVery Heavy\n \n(over 100 lbs)\n \nVery Heavy\n \n(over 50 lbs)\n \nAptitudes: (Check all that apply)\n \nForm perception\n \nX\n \nProblem solving\n \nX\n \nMotor coordination\n \nX\n \nWorking speed (ex.wpm)\n \nX\n \nFinger dexterity\n \nX\n \nManual dexterity\n \nX\n \nComputer/VDT ability\n \nX\n \nGeneral learning ability\n \nX\n \nClerical perception\n \nX\n \nEnvironmental Conditions: (Check all that apply)\n \nExtreme cold\n \nExtreme heat\n \nTemperature changes\n \nX\n \nWet conditions\n \nHumid conditions\n \nExposure to fumes\n \nExposure to blood and body fluids\n \nNoise and vibration\n \nX\n \nExposure to chemicals\n \nPoor ventilation\n \nInclement weather conditions; \n \nInside/outside weather conditions\n \nReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\n\n