Crime Victim Services Coordinator

Salary

The annual salary for this position ranges from $62,000 to $74,000. The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

Purpose of Position

The Campus Victim Services Coordinator will serve as a liaison between the victim of crime and campus police. This is a working field position. The advocate and coordinator will assure that victims understand and are afforded their rights and are kept updated on the progress of cases. The coordinator will be able to help assure that the victim has a voice in the process. The Campus Victim Services Coordinator will also direct the activities of the program and will evaluate performance based on daily, weekly, and monthly documentation of project activities, completion of assigned tasks, and ongoing modification based on changing needs.

Essential Functions

• Supervises Crime Victim Services including the Crime Victim Advocate. Responsible for developing, maintaining, and creating ever changing policy and best practices for the division.
• Captains work activities within department and other agencies to ensure smooth and timely service delivery.
• Has frequent contact with Police Officers, other university employees, victims of crime, other law enforcement agencies, victim's services units, judges, attorneys and the general public.
• Initiates victim centered, trauma informed response investigation for victims of family/dating violence, sexual assault, stalking and harassment.
• Provides crisis intervention and/or counseling to victims of violent crimes in person or by phone, including case notes, documentation, and data entry.
• Communicates with patrol officers, detectives, or other staff members regarding the status of the investigation, relevant information about the victim or suspect, or other pertinent issues related to the law enforcement / criminal justice process.
• Assists victims through all phases of Criminal Justice process and campus related processes.
• Provides field follow ups to former or current students, at the request of patrol officers, student conduct personnel, or requests routed from the Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT).

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling or a related social science field and three (3) years of documented work experience working with crime victims in a law enforcement, social services organization, or in a health care setting.
• Current Mental Health License.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical license (LMSW, LPC, LMFT, Supervisor Experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the criminal justice system and community social services and resources.
• Knowledge of crisis counseling practices, procedures, methods and techniques related to the identification, interviewing, crisis intervention and support of victims and/or witnesses of domestic violence or criminal activities.
• Knowledge of program development and grant writing.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, regional and local social services agencies and non-profit organizations, including application/qualifications and types/scope of services provided.
• Knowledge of state laws pertaining to victims of violent crime, including their rights and law enforcement responsibilities to victims.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Intermediate to advanced level skills with MS Office Suite.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships inside and outside the department at all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple programs and assignments.
• Skilled in public speaking.
• Ability to supervise and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work tactfully with staff, other agencies and the general public including persons in crisis situations.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday; 8:00am through 5:00pm
Additional scheduling relevant to the role: On-call requirements.
Requires non-traditional work hours such as nights, weekends and holidays.
Extended work hours periodically required.

Additional Information

• This position is grant funded, and the grant is expected to continue until 9/30/2026.
• New grant cycle is 10/01/2026 ending on 9/30/2027.

Benefits Information

Position is benefit eligible: Yes
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees at the University.

PreEmployment Background Check

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a pre employment background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.