Victim Advocate (SB 50)

California Department of Justice

Sacramento (CA)

Hybrid

USD 67,000 - 84,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

California Department of Justice is seeking a Victim Advocate (SB 50) to support the Victims’ Services Unit in Sacramento. You will be the primary contact for victims, providing advocacy, information on Victim’s Rights, and coordination with prosecutors and stakeholders statewide.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, culturally sensitive services and collaboration with CARE to ensure responsive victim services. Telework is available with in-person requirements as needed.

Qualifications

Criminal justice support and victim advocacy experience.
Knowledge of Victim’s Rights and crisis intervention techniques.
Confidentiality laws and mandated reporting knowledge.
Experience with case management and reporting data.
Ability to analyze inquiries and compile data for reports.

Responsibilities

Serve as primary contact for victims and provide information on Victim’s Rights.
Support advocacy during prosecutorial cases and post-conviction processes.
Coordinate with stakeholders statewide to implement SB 50 provisions.
Prepare clear case notes, reports, and maintain data records.

Skills

Criminal justice support

Advocacy

Victim rights & crisis intervention

Confidentiality laws

Case management

Data recording

Analytical research

Data compilation

Program implementation

Job description

Job Description And Duties

Are you looking for a role where your advocacy skills and coordination support a meaningful mission? The Community Awareness, Response, and Engagement (CARE) office is looking for a motivated professional to join our Victims’ Services Unit (VSU). As a Victim Advocate (Analyst II) with the Victim Services Unit (VSU), you will play a critical role in supporting the unit’s mission to serve victims, survivors, and their families. VSU is committed to victim-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive services to all crime victims, including underserved, at‑risk, underrepresented, and vulnerable populations for the state of California.

As a Victim Advocate within VSU, your days will be dynamic and diverse. You will serve as primary contact for victims of crime to provide information on their Victim’s Rights and advocacy support during prosecutorial cases, post-conviction, and in the aftermath of a crime. This Victim Advocate role will perform a range of complex and varied analytical tasks related to the efficient functioning of VSU, and to the successful implementation of the Device Protections request enacted through Senate Bill 50 (SB 50). Your responsibilities will bridge the gap between high‑level coordination and direct support to victims and stakeholders across the state.

Under the direction of the VSU Supervisor I, the Analyst II must demonstrate a high degree of initiative, professionalism, and discretion in handling sensitive victim services and will be required to work independently and collaboratively with stakeholders. This Victim Advocate role is an opportunity to grow your career within the Department of Justice while serving the people of California. We offer a collaborative work environment that values independent action, diplomatic communication, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.

By joining the CARE team, you will help us advance our mission of engagement and support, ensuring that victims' services are accessible, accurate, and compassionate. Step into a role where your skill set meets a higher purpose—apply today to help us make a difference.

Essential Qualifications

Criminal justice support and advocacy.

Victim’s rights, crisis intervention techniques and trauma centered care.

Mandated reporting laws and confidentiality laws.

Basic principles and practices of case management.

Write clear, concise, and comprehensive case notes and reports.

Maintain accurate statistical data records.

Analyzing and researching a broad range of inquiries submitted to the Office of the Attorney General.

Compiling data.

Assisting in the implementation of programs and the maintenance of related records and reports.

Duties require computer proficiency, strong organizational skills, analytical ability, and exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Working Conditions: This position has been designated as eligible for telework and is currently a remote‑centered position. The position may however require in‑person attendance when requested. The selected candidate would report to Department of Justice headquarters in Sacramento if/when required to attend mandated in‑person meetings, trainings, etc. Expenses related to travel to the office for required events are the responsibility of the employee. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Position Details

Job Code #

JC-532334

Position #(s)

420-091-5393-013

Working Title

Victim Advocate (SB 50)

Classification

ANALYST II

Salary

$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A

Notes on Salary

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions

Work Location

Sacramento County

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift

Day

Work Week

Monday-Friday

Department Information

This position is located in the Directorate Division, Community Awareness, Response, and Engagement (CARE) Team, Victims’ Services Unit.

Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.

For more information about the Department, please visit the Attorney General's website at www.oag.ca.gov.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR.

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