Domestic Violence Liaison
Domestic Violence Liaison
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$ 4669 - 6210
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The salary for this position is: $4669.00 $6210.00 monthly.
Thurston County Clerks Office is seeking a professional motivated and dependable candidate for the position of Domestic Violence Liaison to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for those with domestic violence crisis experience seeking to begin their career in the court system work in a great environment and receive excellent benefits. This position is responsible to coordinate domestic violence cases in the County Clerks Office by advising victims regarding the legal process providing referrals as necessary and acting as a liaison between victims law enforcement officials prosecutors courts and community agencies.
Essential functions may include but are not limited to the following:
- Interviews applicants concerning violent incidents. Determines type of protection needed and assists the applicant in the preparation of court documents; reviews domestic violence form packets for completeness accuracy and readability.
- Guides victims of domestic violence through legal process and educates victim about the adjudication process.
- Provides victims of domestic violence referral information regarding community services available to them.
- Serves as liaison between the victims abusers law enforcement officials court personnel judiciary and community agencies.
- Prepares court calendars for domestic violence cases; and prepares case files for court session. Schedules temporary protection order hearings through Superior Court. Arranges and confirms interpreters/translators.
- Certifies court documents and disseminates information regarding the status to petitioners respondents and state and local law enforcement agencies. Responds to public inquiries regarding case files court documents and court schedules.
- Contacts appropriate agencies issuing service upon involved parties; notifies applicants of service and mandatory court appointment according to statute. Contacts petitioners to ascertain additional information to assist in completing service.
- Informs security in the Sheriffs Office if potentially dangerous people may be appearing in court and arranges additional security for victims that are in hiding who may need to be escorted to court.
- Develops implements and maintains a case tracking system for reference and statistical purposes. Records and tracks fee waiver cases and prepares vouchers for payment of the filing fee based on courts instructions.
To view the full job classification click here: Domestic Violence Liaison
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work Environment Work is performed primarily in an office environment with lifting required on occasion. A physical hazard may occur from agitated defendants awaiting or during trails or hearings.
- Schedule Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Workload demands may occasionally require work outside the assigned work hours.
- Travel Requirements Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings or trainings.
- Customer Interactions Daily interactions via inperson phone and video with Thurston County staff and the public.
WHO WE ARE:
The County Clerk has two departments: the Criminal and Civil Division and the Family Juvenile and Probate/Guardianship Division. The Clerks office consists of the County Clerk Chief Deputy Clerk Managers and staff. The Clerks office is an integral part of the executive branch of government in that it preserves for the public unfettered access to a fair accurate and independently established record of the opinions decisions and judgments of the court.
Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized appreciated and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each persons talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures lifestyles backgrounds and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values.Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage
WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES:
- WorkLife Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals lifestyle.
- Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team you will enjoy great employee benefits including a retirement plan pretax savings accounts as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visitThurston County Employee Benefit Plansfor more information.
- Paid Leave:Fulltime regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paidholidays.
- Robust Training Program:Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career learn new skill sets and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
- Flexible Work Schedules:Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
- Deferred Compensation:The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA):Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for outofpocket health care and daycare expenses with pretax dollars.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness:This is a federal program which allows fulltime public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans to get their student loans repaid.Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Why youll love it here: Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washingtons South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean the area boasts the perfect blend of yearround outdoor activities including boating hiking skiing and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia known for its many restaurants microbreweries coffee shops farmers markets kids activities history and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at.
Message to potential applicants:We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position and meet the minimum qualifications we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Three years of collegelevel courses in sociology psychology criminal justice or related degree in one of these fields is preferred.
- Two years of progressively responsible experience in a social service setting conducting interviews working in crisis intervention or counseling victims.
- Knowledge of the judicial process.
- Ability to use word processing or computer equipment and programs.
DESIRED SKILLS:
- Knowledge of court system legal terminology and case processing procedures pertaining to domestic violence issues.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with victims superiors coworkers other departments and diverse social service agencies.
- Knowledge of domestic violence issues and communication skills appropriate for victims of domestic violence; legal aptitude and proficiency to complete court preparation and provide professional court appearance.
- Ability to process confidential information with discretion.
- Ability to work independently and make responsible decisions in accordance with court procedures concerning domestic violence victims.
- Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
- Ability to create implement and maintain tracking systems.
- Ability to manage difficult situations involving domestic violence abusers victims families and their respective support groups.
OTHER RELATED RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:
Questions about this recruitment Please contact: Edison M Herron Chief Deputy Clerk at (360)or (360)or by email at
This position is:
- Represented by a union
- Eligible for benefits
- Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Items requested for consideration:
- Application
- Resume
- Letter of Interest
Please note: Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement.
THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment services and activities which is free from restriction based on race sex marital status color creed or religion national origin age sexual orientation including gender expression or identity pregnancy status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status genetic information or the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston Countys Human Resources at (360). Those who are deaf deafblind hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 711 (or) to connect with Washington Relay.
Employment Type
Full-Time
