Criminal Justice System Specialist 2 Bilingual Spanish
Criminal Justice System Specialist 2 Bilingual Spanish
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Job Description
THE POSITION
Are you a detailoriented person with a strong interest in helping others The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) is seeking a Spanishspeaking Criminal Justice System Specialist 2 to join our amazing team. In this role you will be responsible for providing financial reimbursement and other compensationrelated services to victims of crime their significant others and other claimants. By joining our mission to enhance the quality coordination and planning within the criminal and juvenile justice systems you will help facilitate the delivery of services to victims of crime and increase the safety of our communities. Apply today and be a part of making a difference in the lives of those affected by crime.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Criminal Justice Systems Specialist 2 you will be responsible for determining the validity of claims deciding on the course of action for each case and preparing the appropriate reimbursements for victims and claimants. You will also assist Spanishspeaking individuals in cases where the Language Line is not an option. Your role will be to ensure that victims receive the rights and services provided by law and that these services are consistent with the victims services and procedures. Additionally you will provide onsite technical assistance to victim service programs throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with a focus on improving and implementing direct compensation services for victims. You will have an opportunity to provide information and guidance on how to better serve victims and their needs.
Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description . Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Fulltime employment 37.5 hours per week
- Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday Friday with a 30minute lunch.
- Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) parttime up to 4 days per week. In order to telework you must have a securely configured highspeed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
- Salary:In some cases the starting salary may be nonnegotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email including spam/junk folders for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:- One year as a Criminal Justice System Specialist 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- Two years of professional experience in criminal or juvenile justice law enforcement or victim services and a bachelors degree in the social or behavioral sciences criminal justice law enforcement or a related field; or
- One year of professional experience in criminal or juvenile justice law enforcement or victim services and a masters degree in the social or behavioral sciences criminal justice law enforcement or a related field; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements:
- This particular position also requiresthe selected candidate to be able to read write and speak in Spanish. You may be contacted for a Spanish speaking proficiency evaluation conducted by the Bureau of Talent Acquisition PA Office of Administration. If contacted you must pass the speaking evaluation in order to be deemed eligible for this position. Your proficiency in reading and writing in Spanish must be demonstrated during the probationary period to achieve regular status in the position.
- You must meet thePA residency requirement.For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements follow thelinkand click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirement:
- You must pass a background investigation.
How to Apply:
- Resumes cover letters and similar documents will not be reviewed and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law 51 Pa. C.S. 7103 provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans go to www.employment.pa/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit develop and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed ancestry union membership age gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin AIDS or HIV status disability or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application including all supplemental questions serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
