CORTLAND COUNTY PERSONNEL/CIVIL SERVICE DEPARTMENT60 Central Avenue Cortland, NY 13045 607-753-5076 www.cortlandcountyny.gov/263/Personnel-Civil-ServiceNOTICE OF JOB VACANCY Job Title: Crime Victim Advocate (HELP Program) No Exam RequiredThis position is responsible for providing support and assistance to people who have been victimized by violence or other criminal acts. The incumbent will assist victims in navigating the legal system and offer emotional support during the healing process. The incumbent assists victims with locating and applying for resources needed to recover, such as counseling services, financial services, etc. The work is performed under the supervision of the District Attorney or designee. Does related work as required.Work Hours: Part time, 17 hours per week, no benefitsSalary: $18.9861-24.0315/HR (CSEA Union)Location: Cortland County District Attorney’s OfficeStatus: Non-competitive, probationaryMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:(a)Possession of a Bachelor’s degree or higher in human services, psychology, criminal justice or a closely related field; OR(b)Possession of an Associate’s degree or higher in human services, psychology, criminal justice or a closely related field and two (2) years of work experience providing assistance to victims of crime; OR(c)Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and four (4) years of work experience providing assistance to victims of crime; OR(d)An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (a) (b) and (c) above.NOTE: Degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If the degree was awarded by an educational institution outside of the United States and its territories, applicant must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. Applicants must pay the required evaluation fee.NOTE: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience may be prorated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Possession of a valid New York State driver’s license appropriate to the vehicles operated. Failure to maintain a New York State driver’s license including driving privileges throughout employment will result in disciplinary action or dismissal.Pre-employment screenings required. SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO THE ADDRESS ABOVE OR EMAIL TO: pers-app@cortlandcountyny.govApplication: https://www.cortlandcountyny.gov/266/JobExam-ApplicationAPPROVED APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED. EOECortland County is committed to equity and inclusion. We encourage those with similar values to apply.ISSUED: 8/13/24

Minimum Salary: 18.9861 Maximum Salary: 24.0315 Salary Unit: Hourly