Victim Services Specialist (Criminal Justice System Specialist 2)
Victim Services Specialist (Criminal Justice System Specialist 2)
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Job Description
THE POSITION
If you are a detailoriented individual with a passion for assisting and supporting others the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) has an incredible opportunity for you. We are seeking a Criminal Justice System Specialist 2 to join our Office of Safe Schools Advocacy team. In this position you will be supporting the Office of Safe Schools Advocate (OSSA) in the Philadelphia School District. This position offers a chance for professional growth and development so if you are ready for a new adventure we encourage you to apply today and bring your skills and talents to our team!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role you will be responsible for gathering information from school officials and providing support to students and their families who have been victims of crime helping them manage the stress and trauma associated with such incidents. Additionallyyou will be involved in analyzing incident data provided by the school district to inform the services provided by will also follow up with victims who have been referred for services and determine the next steps needed for their case. Throughout this process you will maintain regular communication with school officials victims and staff to ensure the school district effectively addresses and mitigates victimization. You will be responsible for communicating any updates or changes to the student and their family.
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 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday Friday with a 30minute lunch.
- Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) parttime up to 2 days a 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 Philadelphia.
- 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:
- 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 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
