Crime Victim Advocate 2

Benton County, Oregon; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Benton County is currently seeking a Crime Victim Advocate to join our team in Corvallis, Oregon. This role provides trauma-informed services to crime victims, helps navigate rights and available resources, and serves as a liaison among victims, prosecutors, law enforcement, and community partners.

The position is part-time and temporary, not to exceed 1040 hours per fiscal year, with pay equity-based hourly placement. First review Sept 14, 2026. Applications may close early.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 4 years of experience in Human or Social Services, Psychology, Education, Criminal Justice, Victim's Outreach Services, Community Projects or Community Justice; advocacy in a prosecution office counted as part of the four years.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
• At least 6 months of actual work experience (not internship) to be considered equivalent.
• One year of internship in a prosecution office may count as one year of work experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to crime victims and assist them in exercising rights and accessing services.
• Liaise between victims, prosecutors, law enforcement, and community resources.
• Review cases to ensure victims have access to rights under the law and prepare necessary documents.
• Participate in interagency activities under supervision.
• Work under close to moderate supervision.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

4+ years in Human or Social Services

Advocacy experience in a prosecution office

Equivalent education/experience acceptable

6 months of actual work experience required (not internship)

1 year internship in prosecution office counts toward experience

Job description

Job Summary

Benton County is currently seeking for a Crime Victim Advocate to join our team. This position provides services to crime victims by assisting victims as they exercise their rights and utilize available services. Navigates adult criminal and juvenile justice court proceedings and provides a broad spectrum of trauma informed services and support to crime victims. Liaison between victims, prosecutors, law enforcement and community resources. Reviews and evaluates cases to ensure all named victims have meaningful access to their rights under the law. Prepares correspondence, documentation and court pleadings and participates in various interagency activities. This position works under close to moderate supervision.

This is a part-time temporary position not to exceed 1040 hours in a fiscal year.

• This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies or be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates for future vacancies.

First review of applications is scheduled for September 14, 2026.

Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered. This listing may close at any time after the first review date.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; AND
• At least 4 years of experience in the field of Human or Social Services, Psychology, Education, Criminal Justice, Victim's Outreach Services, Community Projects or Community Justice. Additionally, one of the four years must be advocacy experience in a prosecution office.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.

candidates must have at least 6 months of actual work experience (not internship experience) to be considered as equivalent.

However, one year of internship experience in a prosecution office will be accepted in lieu of 1 year of work experience.

Your application will be used to determine hourly placement based on a pay equity assessment.

Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying.

For further information, please click on the link Oregon Pay Equity Law for more details.

Special Requirements

• Must pass a fingerprint-based background investigation and comply with all Federal, State and Local laws.
• Must successfully complete the State Victim Assistance Academy, Basic Victim Advocacy Certification within the first year of employment.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Victim advocacy experience in a prosecution office.
• Knowledge of the juvenile and adult criminal justice system and legal procedure including state and local laws, legal terminology and court processes/procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of legal office practices, procedures, documents, terminology, victimology, stress and crisis intervention techniques; court procedures and processes.
• Skills in operating basic office equipment including a personal computer utilizing word processing software.
• Skills in interacting with people under stressful conditions
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to meet and deal effectively with the public and other employees.
• Ability to make decisions independently in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain records, reports and other data.
• Ability to use good judgment in carrying out tasks and responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-centered environment.
• Ability to develop and maintain the confidence and cooperation of emotionally vulnerable individuals.

Your Total Compensation/Benefits

• Hourly salary of $24.52 - $35.16 hourly dependent upon education and experience.

Questions regarding this position can be directed to Stephanie Rath, Victim Services Manager at Benton County District Attorney Department. Telephone: [phone] [e-mail]

Working & Living in Benton County

Benton County (pop. 93,053; 679 sq. mi.) is in the middle of the Willamette Valley, with Corvallis (pop. 61,027) as the county seat. Established in 1847, nearly 12 years before Oregon became a state in 1859, the county is the state’s fourth smallest in terms of area and medium-sized with respect to population. Corvallis is home to Oregon State University (OSU), the city’s largest employer. Most of the rest of the county is farm and forest land, reflecting a much-treasured rural heritage.

Living In Benton County

Working at the Benton County District Attorney's Office

Benton County is an equal opportunity employer.

Additional information

• This is a FLSA non-exempt position.
• This position is limited to working 1040 hours in a fiscal year (July 1st - June 30)
• This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies and establish a pool of qualified candidates for future vacancies.
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
• Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
• If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.

Helpful links and contact information

Learn more about Benton County

Understanding the County Application Process

JobInterest Cards webpage

For more information you may contact us by e‑mail at [e-mail] or by phone at 541-766-6081.