The Saint Paul City Attorney's Office is accepting applications for a Victim Witness Coordinator within the Criminal Division. This is a full time, grant funded position expected to work 40 hours per week and will be eligible to receive benefits. The City of Saint Paul offers an excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid time off. Anticipated starting salary for this position is the entry, base rate for this job title.

Performs intermediate level professional work serving as a liaison between the criminal justice system, City Attorney Office, and victims or witnesses of crimes for domestic violence, and other serious crimes. Assesses, analyzes, and identifies client needs and ensures the statutory rights of crime victims are fully met. Provides ongoing communication with and support of victims and witnesses throughout the criminal justice process, including trial. Provides information about court proceedings, helps victims and witnesses prepare for court, conveys plea offers, and directs them to appropriate resources. Attends court proceedings to assist prosecutors and communicates information. Works to improve victim and witness knowledge, comfort, convenience, and security during their involvement in the legal system. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Essential Functions are the functions that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. The Essential Functions for this position are identified in the Supplemental Information section of the Victim Witness Coordinator Job Description.

The City of Saint Paul’s mission is to integrate equity and inclusion into how we approach all our work. Our vision is to be committed to building an equitable and inclusive city that will shift culture in city processes and policies, eliminate structural inequities, and ensure timely and relevant access to services, resources, support, and opportunity to every person in Saint Paul.

A bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, law enforcement, or a related degree,

and

Three years of experience working with victims and witnesses of crimes, to include at least two of the following: knowledge of the criminal justice system, experience protecting victim statutory rights, assessing level of risk and safety needs of victims, counseling, advocacy, and providing resources to victims and witnesses.

• Submit a City of Saint Paul online application, including answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire.
• Upload the following required documents via the online application system. You will not be able to submit your application without these documents attached. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume

Unclassified Posting: This is an UNCLASSIFIED position and is therefore not governed by City Civil Service Rules. All who meet the criteria and requirements stated on the job posting will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list.

Final Selection Process: You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process.

Condition of Employment: Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer. The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Human Resources Contact Information:
Chrissy Hauge at 651-266-6512
200 City Hall Annex
25 West Fourth Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
Fax: 651-266-6490
E-mail: jobs@stpaul.gov

To refer to this information, we recommend you print this job posting before you apply. For technical assistance regarding the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627 during regular business hours.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.

The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Health Insurance
• Vacation/Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Life Insurance
• Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
• Deferred Compensation
• Retirement Program

• Dental
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Long Term Care Insurance