City of Bullhead City
Description
This is a full-time, FLSA non-exempt position with the District Attorney's Office located in Carson City, Nevada. Under general supervision, the incumbent provides criminal justice system, case status, restitution process and related information to victims and witnesses in a variety of criminal situations; monitors cases through the judicial system; verifies and processes claims for payments and makes travel, lodging and property return arrangements; and performs a variety of data entry and office support functions to the program.
Salary & Benefits
Employer-Paid PERS: $24.8644 – $34.8102 hourly / $51,717.90 – $72,405.32 annually
Employee/Employer-Paid PERS: $29.9961 – $41.9946 hourly / $62,391.94 – $87,348.82 annually
This position is covered by the Carson City Employees Association. The current collective bargaining agreement outlines the generous benefits offered to Carson City employees.
Typical Responsibilities
Provides information on the criminal justice system, restitution policies, the court system and case status to victims and witnesses of crime in person or over the telephone.
Provides crisis intervention to victims and witnesses of crimes to assist in reducing trauma, and facilitate adjustment; provides advice and referral on a short term and follow-up basis.
Assists victims and witnesses in various processes of the criminal justice such as completing forms, ensuring property return and arranging interviews with sheriff and attorney staff.
Provides referrals to various support and community organizations and assists victims and witnesses in obtaining counseling, medical and dental care, protective services, psychiatric services, child care, food, shelter, clothing and related services.
Assists victims in obtaining compensation and restitution by assessing and eligibility, assisting in completing claim forms.
Prepares correspondence, assessment reports, impact statements, case records, program information and related reports; maintains records and documentation of victim/witness cases.
Engages in community outreach by developing partnerships with outside agencies to create and coordinate victim assistance and advocacy programs and public education on victims' rights and responsibilities.
Attends a variety of hearings and meetings.
Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
Performs various office support and clerical duties such as receiving and screening telephone calls, typing, data entry, processing forms and maintaining case files.
Operates standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; may operate a motor vehicle to attend meetings or transport clients.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with clients, public, and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
Typical Qualifications Education And Experience
Equivalent to two (2) years of college level coursework in criminal justice, sociology, psychology or a field related to the work; AND two (2) years of full-time experience in a legal or court support function; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
Required Certificates, Licenses, And Registrations
A valid driver's license.
Knowledge and Skills
Practices and terminology related to the criminal justice system.
Business arithmetic.
Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
Record keeping principles and practices.
Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.
Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Computer applications related to the work.
Interpreting, applying and explaining applicable codes and regulations.
Making accurate arithmetic calculations.
Maintaining accurate records and files; preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
Dealing successfully with the public, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.
Assisting victims or witnesses of crimes with progression through the criminal justice system in a timely and reasonable manner.
Evaluating workflow and effectively prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
Supervision Incumbents at this level are given assignments and objectives that are governed by specifically outlined work methods and a sequence of steps. Immediate supervision is not consistent, but checks are integrated into work processes and/or reviews are frequent enough to ensure compliance with instructions.
Physical Demands & Working Environment Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials; hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
Conditions of Employment
All new employees will serve a probationary period of twelve (12) months.
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
Employees may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position.
Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.
New employees are required to submit to a fingerprint based background investigation and a drug screen at a cost to the employee. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug screen.
Carson City participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Carson City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits
No Nevada state income tax
Nevada Public Employees Retirement System contributions based on employee election
No Social Security
Medicare deduction of 1.45%
Eleven paid holidays
Annual leave
Sick leave
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Worker's Compensation
Employee assistance plan
Deferred Compensation (457b) plans available
Voluntary additional insurance plans available
Flexible spending (IRS 125) plans available
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Salary & Benefits
Employer-Paid PERS: $24.8644 – $34.8102 hourly / $51,717.90 – $72,405.32 annually
Employee/Employer-Paid PERS: $29.9961 – $41.9946 hourly / $62,391.94 – $87,348.82 annually
This position is covered by the Carson City Employees Association. The current collective bargaining agreement outlines the generous benefits offered to Carson City employees.
Typical Responsibilities
Provides information on the criminal justice system, restitution policies, the court system and case status to victims and witnesses of crime in person or over the telephone.
Provides crisis intervention to victims and witnesses of crimes to assist in reducing trauma, and facilitate adjustment; provides advice and referral on a short term and follow-up basis.
Assists victims and witnesses in various processes of the criminal justice such as completing forms, ensuring property return and arranging interviews with sheriff and attorney staff.
Provides referrals to various support and community organizations and assists victims and witnesses in obtaining counseling, medical and dental care, protective services, psychiatric services, child care, food, shelter, clothing and related services.
Assists victims in obtaining compensation and restitution by assessing and eligibility, assisting in completing claim forms.
Prepares correspondence, assessment reports, impact statements, case records, program information and related reports; maintains records and documentation of victim/witness cases.
Engages in community outreach by developing partnerships with outside agencies to create and coordinate victim assistance and advocacy programs and public education on victims' rights and responsibilities.
Attends a variety of hearings and meetings.
Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
Performs various office support and clerical duties such as receiving and screening telephone calls, typing, data entry, processing forms and maintaining case files.
Operates standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; may operate a motor vehicle to attend meetings or transport clients.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with clients, public, and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
Typical Qualifications Education And Experience
Equivalent to two (2) years of college level coursework in criminal justice, sociology, psychology or a field related to the work; AND two (2) years of full-time experience in a legal or court support function; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
Required Certificates, Licenses, And Registrations
A valid driver's license.
Knowledge and Skills
Practices and terminology related to the criminal justice system.
Business arithmetic.
Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
Record keeping principles and practices.
Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.
Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Computer applications related to the work.
Interpreting, applying and explaining applicable codes and regulations.
Making accurate arithmetic calculations.
Maintaining accurate records and files; preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
Dealing successfully with the public, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.
Assisting victims or witnesses of crimes with progression through the criminal justice system in a timely and reasonable manner.
Evaluating workflow and effectively prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
Supervision Incumbents at this level are given assignments and objectives that are governed by specifically outlined work methods and a sequence of steps. Immediate supervision is not consistent, but checks are integrated into work processes and/or reviews are frequent enough to ensure compliance with instructions.
Physical Demands & Working Environment Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials; hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
Conditions of Employment
All new employees will serve a probationary period of twelve (12) months.
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
Employees may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position.
Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.
New employees are required to submit to a fingerprint based background investigation and a drug screen at a cost to the employee. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug screen.
Carson City participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Carson City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits
No Nevada state income tax
Nevada Public Employees Retirement System contributions based on employee election
No Social Security
Medicare deduction of 1.45%
Eleven paid holidays
Annual leave
Sick leave
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Worker's Compensation
Employee assistance plan
Deferred Compensation (457b) plans available
Voluntary additional insurance plans available
Flexible spending (IRS 125) plans available
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