County of Hawai`i
Victim/Witness Counselor II - SR-22
County of Hawai`i, Houston, Texas, United States,
Duties Summary
Performs counseling and case management services that involve the full range of case types to include the most difficult and complex criminal cases; provides information, counsel, advice, and assistance to victims/witnesses of criminal acts; acts as liaison between the victims/witnesses and the criminal justice system agencies; and performs other related duties as required.
There are (2) immediate vacancies with the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney - Victim/Witness Unit:one (1) temporary full-time vacancy not-to-exceed 06/30/2025 in Hilo.one (1) temporary full-time vacancy not-to-exceed 06/30/2025 in Kailua-Kona.
The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment. Examples of Duties
Interviews victims/witnesses of crimes to determine the nature and degree of immediate and long-term assistance, such as medical, psychological, financial, or other needs.Provides immediate crisis counseling to victims traumatized by their experience.Informs victims of and makes referrals to appropriate governmental or community agencies for support services.Acts as liaison between the victims/witnesses and criminal justice system agencies.Counsels the victims and/or witnesses as to their role in prosecution and the role of the prosecutor.Arranges witnesses' schedules and testimony times, and prepares them for the rigors of court proceedings.Arranges for transportation, hotel, and other travel accommodations.Works with deputy prosecutors to provide assessment of clients' ability and strength as witnesses in a courtroom setting.Advocates on behalf of victims/witnesses in concurrence with attorneys, judges, and probation officers.Collects and compiles information concerning cases.Prepares correspondence, case records, reports, and other documents.Works with community organizations to establish aid to victims.Operates vehicle to meet victims and/or witnesses at various locations.Assist victims of crime with post-conviction needs, such as parole hearings, victim-offender dialogues, etc.May assist other Victim/Witness Counselors as needed.Minimum Qualification Requirements
Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in social work, sociology, counseling, psychology, or a related field (scan and attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application), andtwo (2) years of professional counseling or case management experience in a social service program that shall have included crisis counseling, such as experience with trauma-informed care, direct therapeutic assistance with victims of crime, etc., of whichone (1) year shall have been related to the criminal justice system, andpossession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire.)Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education, and experience as presented in the application.Knowledge of
Laws and regulations relating to the State Crime Victim Compensation Commission; public and private community resources providing services, benefits, and other human resources assistance; common characteristics traits of victims and witnesses; crisis counseling, and interviewing techniques and methods; and court procedures.Ability to
Collect, analyze, and evaluate facts; utilize a wide variety of interviewing techniques in dealing with individuals of varying backgrounds who are under stress; interpret and apply the regulations and provisions of the law to the specific problem; speak and write clearly; advocate for the victims and/or witnesses; multi-task and effectively manage large caseloads; work effectively in a team environment; be flexible and adapt to a constantly changing work environment; use standard office equipment including computer programs; establish and maintain an effective working relationship with victim/witnesses and public and private agency representatives.Physical Requirements
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.Benefits of County employment
The County of Hawai‘i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.Flexible Working Arrangements:
Options may include telecommuting, alternate work schedules (4-10), and flexible working hours.
(Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)Vacation:
Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.Sick Leave:
Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.Holidays:
The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).Training and Development:
The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.County Tuition Reimbursement Program:
This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program:
You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.Retirement Plan:
The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.Deferred Compensation:
Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.Flexible Spending Plan:
Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.Health Benefit Plans:
The County of Hawai‘i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.Group Life Insurance:
Free life insurance policy for active employees.Credit Union MembershipOther Leaves:
You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining.Supplemental Information
Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your online application, if required:an official college transcript,a valid driver's license,a temporary assignment verification,professional licenses, and/orcertificates,Veterans applying for veteran's preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as needed, their VA claim letter to the online application.ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS:Please ensure that the email address and mobile phone number you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails and text messages or fail to check your email box or NEOGOV account INBOX in a timely manner.You will receive a confirmation email upon successfully submitting your application. Failure to receive this confirmation email indicates that your application was not submitted.
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Performs counseling and case management services that involve the full range of case types to include the most difficult and complex criminal cases; provides information, counsel, advice, and assistance to victims/witnesses of criminal acts; acts as liaison between the victims/witnesses and the criminal justice system agencies; and performs other related duties as required.
There are (2) immediate vacancies with the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney - Victim/Witness Unit:one (1) temporary full-time vacancy not-to-exceed 06/30/2025 in Hilo.one (1) temporary full-time vacancy not-to-exceed 06/30/2025 in Kailua-Kona.
The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment. Examples of Duties
Interviews victims/witnesses of crimes to determine the nature and degree of immediate and long-term assistance, such as medical, psychological, financial, or other needs.Provides immediate crisis counseling to victims traumatized by their experience.Informs victims of and makes referrals to appropriate governmental or community agencies for support services.Acts as liaison between the victims/witnesses and criminal justice system agencies.Counsels the victims and/or witnesses as to their role in prosecution and the role of the prosecutor.Arranges witnesses' schedules and testimony times, and prepares them for the rigors of court proceedings.Arranges for transportation, hotel, and other travel accommodations.Works with deputy prosecutors to provide assessment of clients' ability and strength as witnesses in a courtroom setting.Advocates on behalf of victims/witnesses in concurrence with attorneys, judges, and probation officers.Collects and compiles information concerning cases.Prepares correspondence, case records, reports, and other documents.Works with community organizations to establish aid to victims.Operates vehicle to meet victims and/or witnesses at various locations.Assist victims of crime with post-conviction needs, such as parole hearings, victim-offender dialogues, etc.May assist other Victim/Witness Counselors as needed.Minimum Qualification Requirements
Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in social work, sociology, counseling, psychology, or a related field (scan and attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application), andtwo (2) years of professional counseling or case management experience in a social service program that shall have included crisis counseling, such as experience with trauma-informed care, direct therapeutic assistance with victims of crime, etc., of whichone (1) year shall have been related to the criminal justice system, andpossession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire.)Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education, and experience as presented in the application.Knowledge of
Laws and regulations relating to the State Crime Victim Compensation Commission; public and private community resources providing services, benefits, and other human resources assistance; common characteristics traits of victims and witnesses; crisis counseling, and interviewing techniques and methods; and court procedures.Ability to
Collect, analyze, and evaluate facts; utilize a wide variety of interviewing techniques in dealing with individuals of varying backgrounds who are under stress; interpret and apply the regulations and provisions of the law to the specific problem; speak and write clearly; advocate for the victims and/or witnesses; multi-task and effectively manage large caseloads; work effectively in a team environment; be flexible and adapt to a constantly changing work environment; use standard office equipment including computer programs; establish and maintain an effective working relationship with victim/witnesses and public and private agency representatives.Physical Requirements
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.Benefits of County employment
The County of Hawai‘i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.Flexible Working Arrangements:
Options may include telecommuting, alternate work schedules (4-10), and flexible working hours.
(Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)Vacation:
Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.Sick Leave:
Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.Holidays:
The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).Training and Development:
The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.County Tuition Reimbursement Program:
This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program:
You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.Retirement Plan:
The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.Deferred Compensation:
Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.Flexible Spending Plan:
Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.Health Benefit Plans:
The County of Hawai‘i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.Group Life Insurance:
Free life insurance policy for active employees.Credit Union MembershipOther Leaves:
You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining.Supplemental Information
Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your online application, if required:an official college transcript,a valid driver's license,a temporary assignment verification,professional licenses, and/orcertificates,Veterans applying for veteran's preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as needed, their VA claim letter to the online application.ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS:Please ensure that the email address and mobile phone number you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails and text messages or fail to check your email box or NEOGOV account INBOX in a timely manner.You will receive a confirmation email upon successfully submitting your application. Failure to receive this confirmation email indicates that your application was not submitted.
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