Career Opportunity

Deputy Director of Vulnerable Victims Unit and Community Engagement - 0922 Manager II

Recruitment: RTF0134161-01148630

Published: July 05, 2023

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About:

The San Francisco District Attorney's Office is one of the premier law enforcement organizations in the United States.  Our mission is to collaborate with the City’s diverse communities and law enforcement agencies to make San Francisco one of the safest cities in America.  Our office engages in public education and crime prevention efforts while maintaining the traditional role of investigating, charging, and prosecuting all criminal violations occurring within the City and County of San Francisco.  The unparalleled opportunities for challenging, meaningful, and sophisticated work have consistently drawn top candidates to our office over the years.

The Victim Services Division (VSD) of the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office strives to make the criminal justice system humane and accessible by providing support and assistance to victims and their families in the aftermath of a crime, during criminal prosecution, and after a verdict has been reached. Even if justice is served in the courtroom, it does not always immediately change the way victims feel in their day-to-day lives afterwards.

Our division provides victims with advocacy, streamlines the process for collecting restitution and recouping compensation for financial losses when possible, and, in general, works tirelessly to support victims regain control over their lives.

With the diverse nature of our community, the ability to work with people of different backgrounds is critical in the work we do. The Office of the District Attorney proactively seeks to recruit, retain and promote legal staff that reflects the diversity of the community served.

Role description

Appointment Type:

This is an Exempt Appointment. Pursuant to the City & County of San Francisco Charter, Section 10.104, any person occupying a position under exempt appointment shall not be subject to civil service selection, appointment, and removal procedures. Exempt employees shall serve at the pleasure of the Appointing Officer.

Role Overview 

The Victim Services Division (VSD) is currently seeking candidates for the position of Deputy Director of Vulnerable Victims Unit and Community Engagement (0922 Manager I). Under the general direction of the Deputy Chief of Victim Services, this management role provides mid-level management, with responsibility for day-to-day operational actions overseeing two critical units in the Victim Services Division.  Additionally,  this position provides administrative oversight of the division’s Public Service Trainee staff development, the Internship Program, and Advocacy staff training and development. The Deputy Director is additionally responsible for grant management responsibilities for the Victim Services division.  

Examples of Important and Essential Duties:

1. Manages programs, operational activities, and/or projects of the Victim Services Division; supervises, trains, and evaluates the performance of staff and/or coordinates and monitors their work;  works with other managers and staff to evaluate and implement goals, responsibilities, policies, and procedures of the division.

2. Monitors the work of and coaches subordinates to improve performance.

3. Evaluates procedures, identify and analyze problems and issues and may implement and document new procedures of the critical units/programs the position oversees.

4. Manages all and coordinates grant development and deliverables for victims.  Provides detailed justification and persuasive arguments for proposals or initiatives.

5. Directs the allocation of resources to achieve timely outcomes and measurable goals within budget; adjusts plans and programs to meet emerging or new programs, while continuing to address major departmental priorities.

6. Assists in developing and implementing operational policies to ensure the efficient operation of critical units and Victim Services.

Additional duties may include:

• ​​​​​​​Manage materials used for community events.
• Organize and manage community events/presentations.
• Manage daily staffing and coverage needs 
• Serves as backup for unit advocacy needs when needed.
• Manage unit timesheet approvals.
• Manage community partnerships and resource directories.
• Serves as back-up in the absence of Deputy Chief and Chief of Victim services.

How to qualify

Minimum Qualifications:

1) Possession of a bachelor’s degree majoring in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or a closely related field.; and 2) Five (5) years of working in social service, case management, or an advocacy position.

Desirable Qualifications:

Two (2) years of the five (5) years of experience above include supervisory experience.

Substitutions:

An advanced degree may substitute one year of experience.

Additional experience as described above may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis (up to a maximum of two (2) years)

Special Requirements:

Special requirements include education in public policy, business, and/or social science field.  

What else should I know?

All applicants are required to submit the following supplemental materials in a single Word or PDF file along with their application:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Applications will be screened for the relevant qualifying experience.  Additional screening mechanisms may be implemented in order to determine candidates’ qualifications.  Only those applicants who most closely meet the needs of the Agency will be invited to participate in the selection process.  Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement in the process.  Additional supplemental materials may be requested during the recruitment process. 

Salary Range commensurates with experience: $122,200 - $189, 644 annually

The deadline to apply for this recruitment is Wednesday, July 19, 2023.  

Contact: Shavaun Tolliver, Principal Human Resources Analyst (628) 652-4040

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:  All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Someone is fully vaccinated when 14 days have passed since they received the final dose of a two-shot vaccine or a dose of a one-shot vaccine. Any new hire must present proof of full vaccination status to be appointed. Any new hire who will be routinely assigned or occasionally enter High-Risk Settings, must provide proof of having received a COVID-19 booster vaccine by March 1, 2022, or once eligible.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.