Job Description

***** A CITY APPLICATION VIA THE CITY WEBSITE IS REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION *****

Outreach Victim Advocate

Job Announcement – 20250305

Department: Public Safety

Division: Collaborative Services

Status: Regular Full-Time with Benefits

Schedule: Varied hours; shift work with some evenings, weekends, and holidays required

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

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Compensation: 

• 2025 Hiring Range: $30.47 – $33.85/hour
• 2026 Hiring Range: $30.65 – $34.06/hour

Why Work for the City of Longmont?

Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package , including:

Core Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 401(a) Money Purchase Plan
• Life & Survivor Benefits
• Term Life & AD&D
• Long-Term Disability
• Bereavement, Jury & Witness Duty
• FMLA, Military Leave
• Parental & Caregiver Leave
• Sick Leave
• 40 hours of Vacation added automatically at hire
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance

Optional Voluntary Benefits also available.
For a full overview: Visit the Benefits page on the City website.

Note: Open Until Filled positions may close without advance notice. Early application is strongly encouraged.

Position Summary: 

Under general supervision, the Outreach Victim Advocate provides on-scene crisis intervention, advocacy, and assistance to victims, witnesses, and survivors of crimes in the City of Longmont.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Conduct initial and follow-up contact with victims, witnesses, and family members.
• Provide emotional support, crisis intervention, and assistance in coping with traumatic events.
• Review and interpret police reports; make referrals to community-based resources.
• Provide emergency safety planning and address immediate safety needs.
• Serve as a liaison between victims, law enforcement, prosecutors, courts, and service agencies.
• Explain victim rights, offer case updates, and coordinate support during meetings or proceedings.
• Assist with victim compensation, restitution, financial assistance applications, and related remedies.
• Maintain case and statistical data for reporting; prepare case documentation.
• Compile and maintain community resource lists and information packets.
• Train and guide volunteer victim advocates in policies, procedures, and safety.
• Support volunteers with caseloads as needed.
• Represent Longmont Public Safety on committees and task forces (e.g., domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking).
• Participate in a rotating weekend schedule.
• Performs all duties in alignment with City values and service attributes.

Working Environment: 

• Primarily office-based within the Police Department
• Includes responding to on-scene callouts for crisis intervention
• Requires effective oral and written communication
• Frequent interaction with victims, officers, community partners, and service providers
• Must manage multiple tasks, maintain confidentiality, and work irregular hours
• Light physical activity (walking, sitting, standing, lifting up to 15 lbs)
• Requires safe operation of a vehicle

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a human-services-related field (required)
• Two years of victim advocacy experience (preferred)
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License with a good driving record

Selection Process: 

• Job description review
• Personal interview
• Background investigation
• Criminal history check
• Substance screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Longmont is committed to equal opportunity and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any protected class under law.
If you need assistance during the selection process, please contact Human Resources in advance.

All City facilities are smoke-free.

How to Apply: 

An online City application is required.
Apply at:

Resumés are accepted but must be submitted through the City application system.
Because this position is Open Until Filled, it may close without notice—apply as soon as possible.

For questions, contact:
Master Police Officer Ryan Douglas
ryan.douglas@longmontcolorado.gov
(303) 651-8512

Mission StatementsFire: "The mission of Longmont Fire Services is to serve our community by protecting life, property, and the environment through preparation, prevention and response."Police:Our commitment is to work in partnership with our residents in creating and preserving exceptional public safety for those who live in, work in, or visit our community. This commitment is reflected in our mission statement:"To protect and to serve with integrity and professionalism in partnership with the people of Longmont."

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