Crime Victim Advocate (General Advocate) Spanish
BRONX DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Full-time
Location: BRONX
Salary range: $58,491.00 – $58,491.00

Job Description
The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (“BXDA”) is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community. By “Pursuing Justice with Integrity,” the BXDA places a focus on assistance for crime victims while simultaneously ensuring fairness to defendants. Moreover, the BXDA aims to balance the need to seek appropriate punishment for certain crimes while recognizing when punitive measures do not adequately advance justice. By recognizing these significant distinctions and acting accordingly, BXDA has established a standard of excellence in the representation of the Bronx community at large, which continues to grow stronger every day.
In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks experienced and enthusiastic Crime Victim General Advocate – CVAB.

The Crime Victims Assistance Bureau (CVAB) seeks a Crime Victim General Advocate to address the unique challenges serving victims of violence in Bronx County and the unfortunate ever-increasing numbers of these victims and family members. The CVAB’s crime victim’s advocate’s job will be to connect with victims and families to provide emotional and concrete services using a victim-centered trauma-informed approach.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Interview crime victims and their family to determine needs.
Connect victims, witnesses and their families with concrete and therapeutic services.
Explain Criminal Justice process to clients.
Assist with Orders of Protection and Registration for notification of Inmate’s release.
Assist clients with the completion of and filing of victim compensation claims with the State Office of Victim Services.
Prepare letters and forms to assist with other entitlements.
Advocate with public and private agencies.
Escort clients to court and confer with Assistant District Attorneys.
All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualification Requirements
High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or
Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1” above.
Preferred Skills
A Baccalaureate degree and (2) years of related experience preferred.
Spanish speaking preferred.
Willingness to learn, and a proven or developing commitment to working in a sensitive and non-judgmental way.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent analytical, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Data Analytic tools (ex . Power BI), Database Query Language (ex. SQL), Scripting languages (ex. Python/R), and Prosecution Case Management Systems
Familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures preferred.
Understanding of the criminal justice system used in New York State and New York City is preferred.
Ability to exercise good judgment and strong ethics.
Exhibit an ability to maintain the confidentiality of information.

Criminal Research Specialist
Job ID: 30890
Location: 441 4th Street, NW
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Date Closed: 11/20/2025

General Job Information
This position is located in the Homeland Security Bureau, Real Time Crime Center, Investigative Support Section.

This Criminal Research Specialist position is covered under the National Association of Government Employees (NAGE) bargaining unit and you may be required to pay an agency fee through direct payroll deductions.

This incumbent will be responsible for the following:
Research and obtain data and information from automated and manual resources and networked databases in direct support of investigations
Receives, prioritizes and validates requests for investigative assistance and determines the appropriate procedure and protocols in order to initiate the collection and dissemination of the investigative information in a timely manner and designated format
Summarizes, disseminates and/or exchanges investigative information to authorized personnel, law enforcement agencies and criminal information networks
Maintains the proper security and confidentiality of all information created or encountered for the purpose of complying with federal and local laws and regulations concerning access to and dissemination of criminal information
Communicates with field investigators and criminal intelligence officers via radio or telephone in an office setting to assist in identifying and locating suspects and potential witnesses, obtaining and providing information useful to investigators, such as surveillance data, criminal histories and places of residence and employment, etc., using various restricted access resources
Assist in the initial investigation and tracking of GPS units that may assist in the identification and location of potential suspects and/or witnesses
Review and dissemination of information from surveillance video tapes and audio records
Monitor tip lines, obtain relevant information from outside agencies (OUC, DMV, etc.), conduct appropriate link analysis, reviews social media internet sites for potential investigative material, and review all information and intelligence to determine additional action
Operates technologically advanced video systems and computer applications, including, but not limited to: CCTV (crime cameras), automated license plate readers (LPR), Shotspotter, JUSTIS, WALES II, NCIC, Columbo, Morpho Face, TLO, Cobalt, etc
Prepares reports and other documents for detectives and investigators.
May be required to testify in court.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications

The position requires skill in problem solving and identification and resolution of conflicting information.
Working knowledge The Jencks Act, Brady Material and related Federal, State (Maryland and Virginia) and local DC laws, rules and regulations that govern evidentiary material.
Knowledge of legal terminology and legal forms.
Knowledge of Department guidelines, current accepted management theory, techniques, and practices.
Knowledge of effective communication skills necessary to convey sensitive and accurate information, build constructive working relationships to develop written reports.
Ability to deal with demanding and uncooperative individuals.
Skill to conduct research using various law enforcement and networked databases.
Knowledge to prepare presentations and to conduct briefings for the Command staff on the results of work efforts.
Knowledge to prioritize tasks with competing deadlines.
Subject to testify in court.
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Bachelor’s Degree in a Criminal Justice or a related field is preferred
Work Experience
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to a least the (CS-09) grade level, or its non-District equivalent, gained from the public or private sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position directly related to the position.

Pretrial Hearings Officer (Probation Counselor II)
Location: Fairfax, VA
Job Number: 25-02014
Salary: $68,774.37 – $114,625.06
Closing Date: November 21, 2025

This position is located in the Community Corrections Services Unit, which serves a diverse, multi-lingual adult population referred to the Court for charges that are domestic in nature or where the victim is a minor. This position reviews all defendants’ cases prior to arraignments using the arrest warrant, bail determination sheet, Virginia Court-Appointed Counsel sheet, criminal and traffic histories, defendant demographics sheet, Virginia Pretrial Risk Assessment Instrument (VPRAI) with Praxis recommendation, the Brief Jail Mental Health Screen and all reference notes collected during the initial jail interview. Formulates a recommendation and presents recommendations regarding bond, conditions of release and court-appointed counsel eligibility to the Judiciary in court at arraignments.

Conducts initial interview of defendants in the jail if not completed at time of arrest. Initial interview includes entering all demographic information into the PSLP database and completion of the VPRAI and the Virginia Court Appointed Counsel sheet. Collects data from arresting documents, Brief Jail Mental Health Screen, information gathered from personal interviews with defendants and completes reference checks by verifying the information with family, friends, employers and co-workers. Computer systems including the Fairfax County local record system, VCIN/NCIC and DMV, are used to obtain defendants criminal histories.

Maintains small caseload of defendants who are placed on pretrial supervision in accordance with the referring judges orders and in compliance with local and state mandated policy. Notifies the referring Judge of any violations and testifies in Court as needed. Utilizes evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing (MI), and interventions such as Carey Guides and EPICS (Effective Practices in Community Supervision) to assist individuals through pretrial supervision and address any risk and need factors identified. Aids defendants in obtaining employment, treatment, housing, and other community services. Conducts alcohol and drug testing as appropriate and runs VCIN/NCIC record checks as necessary. Ensures case data is entered into the Department of Criminal Justice Services database, PSLP (Pretrial Services and Local Probation), in accordance with agency and state-mandated guidelines. Ensures all paperwork is accurate, thorough and completed in a timely fashion.

Completes the jail review process of all incarcerated defendants pending trial to determine their eligibility for the Pretrial Supervision Program, personal recognizance, a court appointed attorney or a change in court date to expedite case resolution. Collects and submits specific data points for use in statistical reports.