Victim Witness Specialist

JOB REQUIREMENTS: The Kenosha County District Attorney\'s Office is

accepting applications for a Victim Witness Specialist. Primary duties

will include meeting the needs of crime victims and families of crime

victims and acting as a liaison between prosecution staff, law

enforcement personnel, social service agencies, the Department of

Corrections, and the Clerk of Courts Office. The position will perform a

variety of duties requiring professional and administrative skills in

the implementation and day-to-day operation of the Kenosha County Victim

Witness Program, as specified in Chapter 950 of the WI Statutes and the

WI Constitution. The applicant must have critical thinking skills,

attention to detail, and accuracy, with the ability to work

independently. The selected candidate must maintain an open and calm

demeanor and be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Must be able

to access FBI/CIB portals and consent to be fingerprinted. Duties

include: Ensure victims\' rights are met and inform them of their

statutory and constitutional rights. Establish initial personal line of

communication with victims and advise victims of statutory and

constitutional rights. Review felony and misdemeanor files which involve

victim(s) of a crime. Complete the established protocol for processing

victim packets in a timely manner. Process requested restitution and

victim impact statements. Administer programs and implement policies to

keep victims/witnesses informed of the status of their case as it moves

through the legal system, provide them with information and support,

explain basic concepts of a criminal/juvenile trial and of testifying in

a criminal/juvenile trial. Make daily calls to victims notifying them of

the initial appearance of a defendant. Assist attorney staff with case

analysis, preparation of witness testimony, and coordination of

appearances in court. Serve as liaison between victims and attorneys,

consulting with attorneys regarding case preparation/victim opinion.

Schedule and participate in interviews with victims/witnesses to assist

attorney staff in gathering facts and evidence and to provide support.

Prepare victims and witnesses for multiple trials every week and

coordinate to ensure appearance of victims and witnesses at a jury

trial. Coordinate all aspects of a jury trial and arrange victims and

witnesses until conclusion of the case. Advise victims of the

availability of support services and encourage and assist victims in

contacting and commencing the utilization of those services. Assist

victims in recovering restitution and applying for Crime Victim

Compensation. Educate the community about crime victim issues and answer

citizen questions when contacting the District Attorney\'s Office.

Participate in the drug endangered children protocol as a member of the

team and report on case referrals to the office. Coordinate between

juvenile and criminal court. Coordinate with the Sheriff\'s Office to

notify victims an offender is being released on the electronic

monitoring program and to set up exclusion zones. Arrange travel and

meal arrangements for out-of-town victims and witnesses. Assist victims

in intervening with their employers and getting property recovered from

evidence. Coordinate with social workers, law enforcement, probation and

parole, clerk\'s office, prosecutors, and other agencies on the behalf

of the victim. Educate community and other professionals about crime

victim issues. Locate victims/witnesses. Provide information to the

Department of Corrections or the Clerk of Courts office. Attend Child

Advocacy Center interviews and participate in the multidisciplinary

team. Participate in the Sexual Assault Response Team. Perform other

duties as assigned or required. Job duties, job assignments, job

location and supervision may change from time to time or be different

from those assigned to the person vacating this position. Working for

Kenosha County will allow you to make an impact on the quality of life

for its citizens. Our people make the difference! \*\*\*\*\* OTHER

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Experience A minimum of two years\'

professional work experience in social work, criminal justice, or

related field Success Factors Knowledge of: Criminal justice system and

Chapter 950, 48, and 938 of the WI Statutes and the WI Constitution

Crisis intervention techniques, sexual assault and domestic violence

dynamics, homicide survivor, and general victimology preferred Rules,

regulations, and procedures of the District Attorney\'s Office Other

County services Legal terminology and court proceedings Documents and

information needed for court proceedings, as well as court automation

programs similar to systems used by the County Skill in: Using Microsoft

Office software, including Word, Excel, and Outlook Using office

equipment, including computer, calculator, scanner, phone, and fax

machine Using software programs related to District Attorney\'s Office

Clerical functions (i.e. typing, data entry, filing, organization and

customer service) Verbal and written communication Performing basic

internet searches to assist victims/witnesses Ability to: Adhere to

professional ethics Maintain confidential information Handle complex and

stressful situations and assignments Work independently and multitask

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing Perform a variety of

duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature

Handle multiple procedural processes simultaneously Read and interpret

legal documents and reports, understand its purpose to process

appropriately Listen, communicate, and convey information and

regulations clearly over the phone and in person Understand and follow

written and oral instructions Organize self and office in order to meet

schedules and deadlines of the work Manage time efficiently throughout

the day while experiencing interruptions Read, interpret, and apply

applicable WI State Statutes, regulations, and requirements, regardless

of personal convictions Remain detail oriented Take initiative and

multi-task Remain professional and courteous at all times Work

respectfully in a diverse and inclusive environment Work overtime as

needed Physical Demands The physical demands described here are

representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully

Perform The Essential Functions Of This Job. Reasonable Accommodations

may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

Essential Functions. The Position Involves Frequent Light Physical

demands, such as exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and up

to 10 pounds of force frequently, and occasional lifting and

transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as office supplies/large

files/reading materials. Sitting for extended periods of time. Dexterity

of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other

devices and objects. Physical ability to participate in meetings and

visits to other buildings for delivery/set-up of supplies. \*\*\*\*\*

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.kenoshacountywi.gov/jobs

Other: To see the complete job description and to apply for this

position, please visit our website, www.kenoshacountywi.gov/jobs, and

click the \"View Open Jobs\" button. Applications must be submitted no

later than Friday, January 30, 2026, at 12:00 noon.