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King County

Training and Outreach Coordinator

King County, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127


The King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Training and Outreach Coordinator with the Gender-Based Violence Prevention Unit. This position is a 2-year grant funded to support the Regional Domestic Violence Firearm Enforcement Unit (RDVFEU). The RDVFEU is a joint unit comprised of prosecutors, advocates, law enforcement and other legal services professionals from the City of Seattle and King County who work to implement and enforce firearm relinquishment laws, including Orders to Surrender and Prohibit Weapons and Extreme Risk Protection Orders, among other priorities.About the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office

Our mission is to do Justice:We exercise the power given to us by the people with fairness and humility.We serve our diverse community, support victims and families, and hold individuals accountable.We develop innovative and collaborative solutions for King County and the State of Washington.We are guided by our core values of Integrity, Compassion, Professionalism, and Leadership. Our office is comprised of six divisions that are further organized into specialized units. To learn more about the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office (PAO), please

visit our website .We value diversity and strive to hire a workforce that reflects the community that we serve. It is essential to our mission that we create and maintain an office that is diverse and inclusive. All PAO employees are expected to participate in PAO equity work and attend equity trainings and discussions. PAO employees are expected to comply with race, equity, and social justice principles, and to work with PAO colleagues and management to identify opportunities for improvement.Who May Apply:

This position is open to all qualified applicants.Work Location:

King County Courthouse, 516 3rd AVE, Seattle, WA 98104Work Schedule:

This position works a 40-hour work week schedule, normally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position is eligible for King County’s generous benefits package.Salary:

Range 63 -- $48.35 (step one) - $61.28 (step ten) HourlyApplication Process:

Interested individuals must complete the three application components:Submit a resume and cover letterRespond to the supplemental questionsFully complete King County application. *****Applications and/or supplemental questionnaires that state “see my resume” or are blank are considered incomplete and will not be considered competitive.Selection Process

Materials will be reviewed for qualifications, and the most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in a panel interview process.For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:

Karla Avila Vargas (She/Her)Human Resource AnalystKvargas@kingcounty.govSpecial Requirements

Finalists must successfully submit to a criminal background check, reference check, and be fingerprinted.Responsibilities:

Coordinate, develop and assist with training, replication, implementation, collaboration, material/curriculum development and consultation to promote best practices and fidelity to firearm relinquishment laws to better reduce harm.Train, collaborate, consult, promote strategic information-sharing, including public information efforts, and engage in replication activities across the state to better address gun violence prevention and implementation of laws.Collaborate with unit members, PAO/SCAO and other OFSVP partners working on ERPO, OTSW and other firearm harm reduction efforts by adapting/developing model policies and protocols, tools, technical assistance, and training for law enforcement, prosecutors, other priority disciplines/service providers and members of the community.Serve as the Unit’s lead on public education efforts to include outreach to community groups, hospitals, service providers, civil legal aid, and others engaged in gun violence prevention and community violence intervention strategies.Update information provided to protected and restrained persons in readily accessible and plain language about OTSWs and ERPOs, understanding their respective roles, rights and responsibilities in compliance hearings, and respondents’ legal obligations to immediately comply.Work with the Unit’s ERPO Advocate on expanding outreach to increase awareness and understanding of ERPOs among community members and service providers.Work with the RDVFEU Program Manager to help serve as the Unit’s liaison with the Criminal Justice Training Commission, WAPA, WASPC, WAMSA, WSP, AOC, Tribes, Local health Departments and the Regional Chiefs and Sheriff’s groups on an ongoing basis and as needed or directed.Actively participate in PAO equity work, attending equity trainings and discussions.Minimum Requirements:

5+ years of experience in related field(s) or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates a commitment to this subject matter and work.Prior experience developing and delivering training, training materials/curriculum is an essential component of this role.Prior experience coordinating efforts across diverse disciplines, working collaboratively, and having direct service experience with survivors of crime, is a critical component of this role.Prior experience working with survivors of domestic violence, criminal prosecution and/or civil protection orders.Prior experience working with attorneys and law enforcement agencies.Ability to communicate professionally, clearly, and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with diverse stakeholders.Ability to exercise excellent judgment and discretion.Ability to work both independently and as a collaborative team player, thriving in high-pressure and stressful situations.Technical Skills:

Excellent MS Office Suite experience, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel.Experience with video creation and editing software programs.Creative content skills.Knowledge of legal office practices and procedures.Experience or understanding of the operations of the Criminal Division is a plus.Candidates must possess excellent organizational skills.Strong interpersonal and communication skills to develop and deliver training materials/modules or communications with diverse audiences.Analytical and critical thinking skills to make decisions and initiate action.Time management skills to handle multiple tasks often effectively and accurately within short deadlines.Ability to handle emergency situations and work under pressure.Skill in using computers and a variety of software such as Prosecutor by Karpel (PbK), Word, Adobe Pro and Excel; familiarity with other criminal justice programs is a plus.Must have demonstrated predictable and reliable attendance.Must be able and willing to accept supervision, feedback, and coaching.Commitment to Race, Equity and Social Justice work including ongoing cultural competence development.The Prosecuting Attorney's Office is dedicated to making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region.To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

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