Victim & Witness Support Advocate

City of Billings; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 66,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Billings seeks a Victim Witness Specialist to provide statutorily mandated services to victims and witnesses of crime, primarily domestic violence victims, through the Billings City Attorney's Office. The role supports crisis counseling, information dissemination, and coordination with court and law enforcement agencies.

Salary ranges from $66,114.88 to $88,599.26 annually, based on education, experience, and training. Workdays are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in criminal justice, human services, sociology, social work, psychology, or related field.
• Minimum of one year of related experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Must pass Federal and State criminal background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance to victims, witnesses, and the public.
• Accompanies victims to court proceedings as requested.
• Maintains records and files on all assigned cases.
• Serves as liaison for victims, witnesses and the criminal justice system.
• Assists with grant writing and reporting as assigned.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Background check clearance

Education

Four-year degree in criminal justice, human services, sociology, social work, psychology, or a related program

Job description

The City of Billings seeks a Victim Witness Specialist to provide statutorily mandated services to victims and witnesses of crime, primarily domestic violence victims, through the Billings City Attorney's Office. The role supports crisis counseling, information dissemination, and coordination with court and law enforcement agencies.

Salary ranges from $66,114.88 to $88,599.26 annually, based on education, experience, and training. Workdays are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.