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Boone County Victim Assistant in Columbia, Missouri
Boone County, located in Columbia, MO, is looking for a Victim Assistant.
Apply here: www.showmeboone.com/hr
Find out more about working for Boone County here: https://youtu.be/xCtE48jgaV4
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Responsibilities: Perform legal office support work; review all new case files to identify victims; contact and assist victims of crime and their families with problems related to the crime; assess needs of victims of crime, provide support, recommend, and locate community resources for services; consult and collaborate with attorneys, investigators and other staff members regarding care, problems, and solutions for victims of crime. Communicate and advise victims regarding judicial information including their rights as a crime victim. Orient victims to courtroom practices, procedures, and personnel. Document services provided to victims of crime.
Working hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED, plus two years clerical or office management experience. Must possess a clear criminal history.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Social Work, or related field, plus experience working in a legal environment or in victim services, and the ability to type 45 WPM.
Starting Hourly Salary Range: $17.17 - $18.24 per hour
Visit our website and apply at: www.showmeboone.com/HR.
Benefit-eligible employees receive (on day one):
- Paid vacation
- 14 paid holidays
- Enrollment in the County Employees Retirement Fund, and two matching deferred compensation plans
- 100% County paid or low-cost employee health insurance premium options
- 100% County paid employee dental premiums
- Subsidized dependent premiums
- County Paid long-term disability and life insurance
- Boone County is a Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer.
Visit our website and apply at: www.showmeboone.com/HR.