Violent Crimes Victim Liaison

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Review and assess cases and sexual assault evidence kit DNA results; prioritize victims through initial evaluation of report information using lethality indicators.
• Contact sexual assault, domestic violence and stalking victims to assess the nature and severity of the situation; determine what type of follow-up action may be needed to prevent the continuation and escalation of violence; advise victims of next steps related to the investigation.
• Create and initiate action plan for each investigation; initiate referrals and recommended actions, including contacting District Court, District Attorney's Office, Victims Assistant Unit, Rape Crisis Center, SANE, and Crime Victims Reparation Commission; identify and utilize resources to support victims, including restraining orders, safety planning, and financial assistance, as appropriate.
• Gather and enter data on number of reports reviewed and victims contacted; provide summary statistics including number/percentage of repeat offenders, arrests, felonies, domestic violence-related homicides, victim demographics, and follow-up actions; assess baseline data and accomplishments to determine effectiveness of program and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Establish and maintain effective communication, coordination, and cooperation with other law enforcement agencies, victim service organizations, the District Attorney's Office, and the Courts.
• Develop and sustain a process for accessing databases maintained by the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Department and the New Mexico State Police Violent Crimes staff; partner with these agencies to identify repeat offenders, common patterns, and trends.
• Participate in monthly meetings hosted by the Albuquerque Family Advocacy Center Coordinating Committee; undertake special projects at the direction of higher-level management staff.
• Periodically meet with services providers including Resources, Inc., Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE), and the Asian Family Center, to discuss mutual issues.
• Work with personnel from the District Attorney's Office and District Court to resolve issues raised by victims regarding Order of Protection, court proceedings, and other judicial aspects of the investigation.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS

• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of crisis outreach.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or ability to obtain by date of hire.
• Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.