Victim Witness Advocate

40 hour Position

Apply By: February 24, 2025

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES Victim Witness Advocate will support and assist victims of crime throughout the criminal justice system in Carroll County.  They will help crime victims exercise their rights and benefits afforded to them under the Maryland Code criminal procedure.  The advocate will support prosecutors by coordinating witnesses and any other necessary duties.   

ESSENTIAL TASKS include the following: other duties may be assigned. (Functions listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position If the work Is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

1. Provide victims the services needed in criminal cases on all ends of the criminal justice system (e.g. counseling, restitution, victim impact statements, VINE, etc.)
2. Support prosecutors in case preparation for District Court with victim concerns and rights.
3. Coordinate schedules between victims/witnesses and attorneys.
4. Document and record phone conversations and meetings with victims and witnesses.
5. Send notices to victims regarding court hearings
6. Court accompaniment and check in with witnesses for trials.

OTHER TASKS

1. Liaison to other agencies or organizations providing system services;
2. Provide assistance to the Carroll County Advocacy and Investigation Center
3. Other duties assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Bachelor Degree preferred.
2. One to three years’ experience with the criminal justice system and/or with crime victims

You may submit your cover letter and resume, along with salary requirements to:

 Office of the State’s Attorney, Attn: Jennifer Smith at jasmith@carrollcountymd.gov

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POSTED: CARROLL COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (14-35)

The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people, including County employees, to equal opportunity.  Discrimination against County employees on the basis of age, religion, gender, race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, and physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited.  The Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles I and II, applies to County government employment.  If you have questions, suggestions, or complaints, please contact Kimberly L. Frock, Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for employment, at the Office of Human Resources (410-386-2129) or Md. Relay 711/800-735-2258.  The mailing address is 225 North Center Street, Westminster, MD 21157.

Assistant State’s Attorney Positions

The Carroll County State’s Attorney’s Office is seeking applicants for several Assistant State’s Attorney (ASA) positions, including  General Felony Division ASA and District Court Division ASA. These positions offer the right candidate an opportunity to practice in a supportive office with excellent staff and robust training resources.  All Assistant State’s Attorneys work closely with law enforcement, allied agencies, and our Victim Witness Unit to provide for the safety of our community and just application of the law.  General office hours are from 8:00am to 4:30pm, but positions are exempt and include a full benefits package. Upon completion of a probationary period, the attorney may work from home one-day per week.

ASSISTANT STATE’S ATTORNEY, CIRCUIT COURT DIVISION

Essential duties and responsibilities include working with law enforcement officers, investigation, preparation and presentation of criminal cases from grand jury thru post-conviction motions.

Qualifications and Abilities:

• Graduation for accredited law school
• Member in good standing with the Maryland Bar
• A minimum of 2 years prosecution experience, including jury trial experience
• Extensive knowledge of legal procedures and principals
• Solid Investigation, Interviewing and Interrogation skills
• Strong communication, legal research and writing skills

Salary $86,965 -$139,152 commensurate with experience

Assistant State’s Attorney, DISTRICT COURT DIVISION

 Essential duties and responsibilities include analyzing cases and conducting legal research, pleading preparation, meeting with and preparing victims and witnesses for court, conducting pretrial hearings and trials, providing legal guidance to law enforcement, engaging in community outreach, managing all phases of criminal and serious traffic litigation, and any other duties as assigned. Opportunities in Circuit Court are available on a merit basis.  

Qualifications and Abilities:

• Graduation from accredited law school
• Member in good standing with the Maryland Bar
• Experience in criminal litigation or clerkship is preferred but not required
• Knowledge of legal principles and procedures
• Ability to effectively communicate and make decisions under pressure
• Evaluation and litigation of a criminal case
• Interviewing and interrogations techniques

Salary begins at $79,789 but is commensurate with experience.

All positions are subject to random drug testing, to include testing for marijuana. The candidates must be available during working hours and on call as needed. These positions are full time and private practice of law is not allowed. Applicants must pass a pre-employment background investigation and pre-employment drug testing.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample and a list of references to Jennifer Smith, Executive Assistant, at jasmith@carrollcountyumd.gov.