Victim Witness Advocate - Court Support & Coordination

Weld Sheriff; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Weld County District Attorney’s Office is seeking a Victim Witness Assistant in Greeley, CO. The role supports victims, families, and witnesses through the criminal justice process and aids prosecutors by managing witness information for court proceedings.

The position emphasizes crisis intervention, empathy, and strong communication, with duties spanning case management, court accompaniment, and coordination across agencies. Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, or closely related field or equivalent education and experience.
• Proficiency in crisis intervention, interviewing, and counseling within a victim/witness program.
• Knowledge of Victim's Rights Enabling Legislation and Colorado criminal statutes.
• Ability to maintain confidential information and coordinate with multiple agencies.
• Ability to travel to other jurisdictions as required.
• Candidate must pass criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to victims of felony and misdemeanor crimes and maintain case records.
• Locate and contact victims and witnesses for court dates; arrange interpreters as needed.
• Coordinate interviews and manage trials, including transportation and lodging for victims and witnesses.
• Educate victims about the criminal justice process and accompany them to court appearances.
• Perform outreach and professional development to stay current with trends in the field.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to Weld County policies.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Interviewing techniques

Counseling methods

Documentation & reporting

Communication (verbal/written)

Interagency coordination

Emergency planning & safety

Conflict resolution

Courtroom preparation

Confidentiality & ethics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services/Criminal Justice

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Weld County District Attorney’s Office is seeking a Victim Witness Assistant in Greeley, CO. The role supports victims, families, and witnesses through the criminal justice process and aids prosecutors by managing witness information for court proceedings.

The position emphasizes crisis intervention, empathy, and strong communication, with duties spanning case management, court accompaniment, and coordination across agencies. Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly desirable.