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Job Description and Duties The Victims' Services Unit (VSU) is looking for a Victim Advocate to contribute to the mission of the Community Awareness, Response, and Engagement Office in providing services and support to California crime victims. Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager I, the Victim Advocate will perform varied technical and analytical assignments, as well as victims' services assignments. The Victim Advocate's focus is to provide victim-centered and trauma-informed services to California crime victims, which includes orientation to the criminal justice system, support, advocacy, and referrals to other government and non-government agencies. Working Conditions This position has been designated as eligible for telework and is currently a remote-centered position. The position  may however require in-person attendance when requested. The selected candidate would report to Department of Justice office in  Sacramento when required to attend mandated in-person meetings, trainings, etc. Expenses related to travel to the office for required  events are the responsibility of the employee. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Please note that all new to state employees will be given the minimum salary of the  classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with the  applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: You will find additional information about the job in the . Special Requirements A fingerprint check will be required. Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-481468) and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required upon appointment. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Strong interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail  Ability to work under pressure and perform multiple tasks with accuracy  Possess a high degree of initiative  Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality Excellent meeting facilitation skills, including the ability to effectively present information to a wide variety of audiences Ability to build and maintain trust-based relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholders  Experience in local district attorney's offices Experience with non-profit agencies serving vulnerable, at-risk, underrepresented and/or victims of crime Possess previous volunteer work with the above mentioned populations Bilingual in Spanish language is preferred but not required  Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Additional Job Related Information Additional Application Filing Informatio n: Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date. Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is required and must be included. Statement of Qualifications - The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and qualify you for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and should be typed, no more than two pages in length. A vague and/or incomplete SOQ may not be considered if it does not fully respond to the required information. Cover Letters do not take the place of a SOQ.

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