Salary: $20.75 - $26.51 Hourly Location : Battle Creek, MI Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 2025-00056 Department: Prosecutor Opening Date: 08/05/2025 Bargaining Unit: TPOAM Job Summary Under the supervision of the Office Administrator and the general direction of the Victim Unit Coordinator, performs supporting tasks for victims of crimes including serving as a liaison between victims and the Prosecutor's office, explaining court procedures to victims and assisting victims with medical-related needs. Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Meets with victims and explains procedures involving court appearances, victim rights, and victim compensation. Serves a liaison between Office of the Prosecutor and victims of crime. Assists prosecutors in court as needed. Organizes and coordinates victim and/or witness escort as needed. Provides juvenile rights as required by law. Assists victims in obtaining medical care, counseling, and other services as needed. Assists in leading victims' rights groups/organizations. Disseminates victim rights flyers, brochures, pamphlets, etc. to police agencies for distribution. Participates in various community events and may be required to serve on committees. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications
- The job requires knowledge normally acquired through the completion of an Associate's Degree in paralegal or related criminal justice area.
- Two to three years of work experience, preferably dealing with crime victim issues.
- Computer skills necessary to effectively utilize word processing, database, and spreadsheet software systems.
- Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with County personnel and the general public in situations requiring tact and patience.
- Mental ability to frequently handle simultaneous requiring concentration and attention to detail with frequent distractions due to people and/or telephone calls. Incumbent is frequently required to handle pressures dealing with concerned citizens, employees, etc.
Supplemental InformationWorking Conditions
Work includes occasional exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, and/or noise. Incumbent may be occasionally exposed to the threat of bodily injury. Occasional travel to various County locations is required. Intermittent or cyclical work pressures are frequently experienced. Extended work days (beyond eight hours/day) are occasionally required. Calhoun County's benefits package offers flexibility, choice, and value. It is an attractive component of our employees total compensation package. At Calhoun County, we know that good benefit plans are important to employees and their families. We're committed to providing employees with access to a wide range of information and tools so they can stay informed and make the most of their Calhoun County flexible benefit package. What benefits does Calhoun County offer its full-time employees? Medical: Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Michigan with 3 Different Flexible Benefit Plan Options Dental: 100% Employer Paid through Delta Dental Vision: 100% Employer Paid through BCBSM Vision Services Plan (VSP) Employee Health & Wellness Center (Premise Health): Most Services 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance: 100% Employer Paid for Basic Life & AD&D Short Term Disability: 100% Employer Paid for 67% Wage Loss Benefits up to 26 Weeks Retirement: Employer 401(k) Match Program Up to 7% of Employee Contribution Employee Assistance Program (EAP): 100% Employer Paid Through Bronson HelpNet Benefit Guide: Find detailed information about the Paid Time Off:
- Start through fourth years - 168 Hours (4.2 weeks based on 40-hour work week)
- Fifth through ninth years - 208 Hours (5.2 weeks)
- Tenth through fourteenth years - 248 Hours (6.2 weeks)
- Fifteen and Subsequent years - 288 Hours (7.2 weeks)
Amounts & distribution may vary slightly by union contract, policy, and/or defined work week Paid Holidays: 14 Paid Holidays Throughout the Year Additional Voluntary Benefits: Flexible Scheduling & Telecommuting Options Depending on Position & Department Term Life Insurance (above Employer Paid Plan) Critical Illness & Accident Insurance Long Term Disability Wage Loss Benefits Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Employee Wellness Program Perks Program (discounts at local merchants for being a County employee) Learn more about Living in Calhoun County Part-time Employees may elect insurance, provided the Employee pays the full cost of the premium through payroll deduction.