VICTIMS ADVOCATE

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VICTIMS ADVOCATE

Salary

$20.86 - $25.00 Hourly

Location

1200 Travis

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

34972

Department

HOUSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT

Opening Date

09/11/2024

Closing Date

9/17/2024 11:59 PM Central

• Description

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Posting Number: PN #34972

Division: VICTIM SERVICES

Reporting Location: VARIOUS LOCATIONS*

Workdays & Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY; 0900-1700*

*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides information on assistance and support services to victims and their families.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides victims, and their families, with support, referrals and information on victim rights, the judicial process, community resources and programs.

• May participate in a rotational, on-call, 24 hour crisis hot line providing community resource information.

• Develops and maintains a filing and tracking system covering disseminated information, referrals, requests, agencies, and concerns.

• Networks with local communities and agencies.

• Creates and revises documents, handouts and packets.

• Participates in special events and projects: National Crime Victims’ Right’s Week, Texas Victim Services Association, and National Police Week, etc.

• Performs special assignments as requested.

• All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job descriptions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

“Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearance where required.”

If applicable, the applicant’s past performance evaluations, past and present supervisory recommendations, and/or Internal Affairs complaint history will be reviewed and considered.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Sociology, Psychology, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

One year of experience in community organizational work, social work, resource and referral services, or a closely related field are required.

SUBSTITUTION:

An Associate’s degree or 60 hours of college credit and two years of verifiable professional experience in a field closely related to the position’s duties and responsibilities, may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree requirement.

No substitution for experience.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

PREFERENCES

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

Preference will be given to Bilingual applicants fluent in Spanish.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

None. Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

YES, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 17

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (713-308-1228).

If you need special services or accommodations, call (713-308-1228). (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EEO Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.

Benefits include:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Wellness

• Life insurance

• Long-term disability

• Retirement pension

• 457 deferred compensation plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• 10 days of vacation each year

• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

• Flexible schedules

• Professional development opportunities

• Transportation/parking plan

• Section 125 pretax deductions

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

What is the highest level of education you have obtained?

• High School diploma/GED

• Associate's degree or 60 hours of college credit

• Bachelor's degree

• Master's degree or higher

  02

  What field of study is your degree in?

• Social Work

• Counseling

• Sociology

• Psychology

• A related field

• A non-related field

• I do not have a degree

  03

  If selected "a related field ", please indicate the degree you obtain (see resume is not acceptable, if statement does not apply please insert N/A)

  04

  How many verifiable years of experience in community organizational work, social work, resource and referral services, or a closely related field do you possess?

• Less than 1 year

• 1 to less than 2years

• 2 to less than 3 years

• 3 to less than 4 years

• 4 or more years

• No experience

  05

  Describe any professional experience offering support to victims of violent crime. See Resume is not acceptable. If you do not have experience, please type N/A.

  06

  Please select the option below that reflects your proficiency with the ability to network, build consensus, and deliver presentations.

• Beginner

• Intermediate

• Expert

• None of the above

  07

  Do you have working knowledge of any of the following?

• Microsoft Word

• Completing PDF documents

• Records Management System (RMS)

• Microsoft Outlook

• Scanning and faxing on a copier

  08

  Are you Bilingual (read, write, and speak) in Spanish and English?

• Yes

• No

  09

  Do you have prior law enforcement experience or experience working in a law enforcement or paramilitary environment?

• Yes

• No

  10

  If you answered "Yes", briefly elaborate on the details of your experience and include any experience in investigative casework.

  11

  How many verifiable years of professional experience in a law enforcement or paramilitary environment do you possess?

• Less than 1 year

• 1 year and less than 2 years

• 2 years and less than 3 years

• 3 years and less than 5 years

• 5 years and less than 7 years

• 7 or more years

• I do not have experience

  12

  This assignment location may be at a satellite office and not 1200 Travis. Are you able to report to a satellite location?

• Yes

• No

  13

  Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question