The Multnomah County District Attorney's Office is seeking applications for Victim Advocates to join our team of dedicated professionals.
The Multnomah County District Attorney's Office is considered one of the nation's leaders in innovative specialty court programs. We strive for a fair, open and just system that promotes public safety through effective prosecution. The Multnomah County District Attorney's Office is committed to the open and balanced administration of justice one that honors and respects diversity in all of its forms. MCDA is committed to full implementation of Victims' Rights as embodied in Oregon law.
Your role as a Victim Advocate is to ensure crime victims are informed and supported in the criminal and juvenile justice system. This will be done in a professional, meaningful way to accord them due dignity and respect. You will provide advocacy assisting crime victims and family members through the aftermath of a crime, orienting them to the criminal justice system, keeping them informed and ensuring their rights are honored at every step of the process.
You will be working collaboratively with our Deputy District Attorneys, law enforcement, system and community partners to improve access, coordinate services and create system improvements to support victims and survivors.
These positions are typically Monday through Friday from either 8:00am to 4:30pm or 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, as assigned by the Supervisor. 8:00am to 5:00pm with an hour-long lunch is also an option.
The essential functions of this position include but is not limited to the following areas:
Crime Victim Notifications
Community Engagement, Trainings and Reporting
Most Victim Advocate positions are full-time, however this list may be used to fill full-time, part-time, temporary, limited duration and on-call openings. If you are interested in joining our team of dynamic individuals, we encourage you to apply.
To qualify we will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Required Minimum Qualifications / *Transferable Skills:
Preferred Special Qualifications/Transferable Skills:
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
Other:
You will be asked to sign a disclosure statement about the arrests and convictions of immediate family members and close relations pursuant to our policy regarding Outside Associations. Immediate family is defined to include parents, spouse, spouse equivalent, brother, sister, children, grandparents, or any individual where the relationship is close or intimate, or a roommate. An answer of "Yes" to any Outside Associates will not automatically disqualify an applicant.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Pay Equity: Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials. On average, candidates new to county service will most likely be offered compensation in the lower to possibly mid-level of the salary range.
Note: Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages upon submitting your application. You may be emailed requesting for additional items from the Recruiter or hiring manager. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered.
Application Requirements: Please ensure all the items are included in the application as missing items may be deemed as incomplete application. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview.
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