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Victim/Witness Program Assistant at City of Chesapeake Human Resources – Chesapeake, Virginia

City of Chesapeake Human Resources
Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, United States
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Working Title of Vacant PositionVictim/Witness Program Assistant
Job Type: Part Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: SHERIFF
Division: SHERIFF VICT WITN
Requisition Number: 2026102
Number of hours worked per week: 25
Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday-schedule varies | Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Weekly
Advertised Salary:
38,579


Job Description:
The Chesapeake Sheriff’s Office Victim/Witness Program has an immediate opening for a Part Time Victim/Witness Assistant. The assistant provides specialized services to victims of crime seeking protective orders. The position is grant funded by the Department of Criminal Justice Services. Responsibilities Include:
Explains the criminal justice system and ensures that victims are aware of their rights
Provides crisis intervention
Assists with trials; accompanies victims and witnesses to Court
Assists with Protective Orders
Explains Court procedures and provide support
Performs other related duties as required to include data entry.


Required Qualifications:

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires an associate’s degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience in law, sociology, psychology, or a closely related field. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience. SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.



Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of the criminal justice system
Demonstration of a high level of sensitivity and empathy
Spanish-Bilingual skills highly preferred.


Job Open Date: 03/03/2026
Job Close Date: 03/17/2026
Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants:
The City of Chesapeake Department of Human Resources is serving as an advertising agent for this vacancy. Screening and selection will be handles by the Sheriff’s Office.

Job Location

Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, United States

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