Victim Advocate

UTAH COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone: (801) 851-8158

Fax: (801) 851-8166 Email: humanresources@UtahCounty.gov

http://www.utahcounty.gov

"The Value of Public Service Employment is vital to the success of our state, county, and local communities."

Utah County Government Employees start every day with the well-being of the entire community in mind:

How can I make my community a better place?

Who will need my help and protection?

How will I make a difference for someone?

We hire smart, compassionate, loyal, ethical, committed, innovative people.

Apply today and join our Team.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

The Utah County Sheriff's Department is the law enforcement agency in the county and is responsible for the preservation of the peace. The Sheriff and deputies make arrests, oversee the courts and the County Correctional Facility, and prepare legal documents for the Sheriff's sale.

Posting Date: 1/23/2026 Closing Date: until filled

• Initial screening of applications: All applications received by February 6, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. MST will be reviewed by the Human Resources Office. Those applicants meeting the specified qualifications and additional screening criteria will be referred for a hiring interview. The Human Resource Office will continue to consider qualified candidates as needed until the position is filled*

POSITION: Victim Advocate

Starting Pay: Pay Grade 722 Step A $26.74- Step G $30.74 (based on years of experience)

Schedule: Typical schedule is Mon-Fri 9-5 pm and 24-hour Mon-Sun on-call that is rotated weekly

Job Summary

The Victim Advocate at the Utah County Sheriff's Office provides crisis intervention and support throughout the criminal justice process, and connects victims of crime to resources. The Victim Advocate has a primary responsibility to address the mental, physical, and/or emotional recovery of victims. The Victim Advocate acts as a liaison between the victim, the criminal justice system, and allied agencies and community services that are focused on system improvement. The Victim Advocate ensures the victim's rights are upheld and honored.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and on-scene crisis response to victims of crime

• Prioritize victim safety, needs, and interests in all advocacy and case management activities

• Conduct safety planning and assist with civil and criminal orders of protection, including no-contact orders

• Inform victims of their legal rights and ensure those rights are upheld

• Assist victims with victim impact statements, restitution, reparations, and pre-sentence investigation reports

• Provide education, advocacy, support, notification, and accompaniment throughout the criminal justice process

• Serve as a liaison between victims and law enforcement officers, prosecutors, courts, and allied agencies

• Review police reports and court records and conduct follow-up contact with victims

• Attend court proceedings and testify as required

• Connect victims with appropriate community resources and support services

• Maintain accurate, detailed case records and prepare reports as required

• Provide victim contact information to the County Attorney's Office or Board of Pardons as needed

• Ensure victims receive services in their preferred language and coordinate certified interpreters when required

• Demonstrate cultural competence when working with individuals from diverse backgrounds

• Collect and maintain statistical data for reporting, grant compliance, and reparations programs

• Represent the Victim Services Program at trainings, meetings, and community or professional events

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or a related field

• One (1) year of experience working with victims of crime

• Knowledge of victim rights, advocacy principles, and the criminal justice system

• Ability to provide trauma-informed crisis intervention

• Strong organizational ,documentation, and case management skills

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and accurate documentation

Preferred/Additional Qualifications (if applicable)

• Experience working within law enforcement or a criminal justice setting

• Bilingual or multilingual abilities

Click here for a full job description http://hr.utahcounty.gov/cms/uploads/Victim_Advocate_Sheriff_5051_dd76418931.pdf

Benefits Package Includes:

100% paid premiums for health insurance

Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k)

Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)

Pre-tax savings Health Savings Account (HSA)

Fourteen (14) paid Holidays

Dental and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of Utah County Government to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic status of gender identity.

UTAH COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER