Description

Description
 

The Crime Victim Services Intern is a qualified undergraduate or graduate student (criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or other related field) with an interest in learning about all areas of the Police Department as it relates to victims and witnesses to criminal activity.  The goal of the Victim Services Program is to support and assist victims and witnesses of violent crimes that occur within the College Station Police Department’s jurisdiction, ensuring the rights and needs of the victims and/or witnesses are met. 

The Crime Victim Services Intern will assist in providing victims with referrals to applicable community resources, assist with public presentations (police academy, schools, etc.), communicate and work with detectives and patrol officers, and other needed tasks.  The position reports to the Department’s Crime Victim Services Coordinator.

 
Principal Duties
 

Assist the Crime Victim Services Coordinator with victim/witness contact, referrals, and follow-up.
Assist victims of violent crime with crime victim’s compensation applications.
Follow up with crime victim’s compensation claims and status. 
Communicate and work with detectives, patrol officers, and other criminal justice authorities. 
Learn about the criminal justice system and victim services by attending trials and hearings. 
Assist Crime Victim Services Coordinator with plan and delivery of victim services presentations. 
Perform related duties as assigned. 

Requirements

Qualifications
 

Must be receiving academic credit from an accredited college or university.
High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Valid Driver’s License.
Reliable transportation to and from the Police Department  
Intermediate level of computer knowledge and experience.
Ability to utilize word processing and data entry programs.
Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and strong attention to detail.
Positive and supportive attitude with people of all backgrounds and abilities.
Motivated, self-starter who takes the initiative to seek out tasks from staff.
Commitment to comply with confidentiality requirements and police policies.
Supportive of the mission of the College Station Police Department.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.   
Excellent organizational skills.  
Ability to make judgments based upon knowledge of department policies and procedures.  
 
Supplemental Information
 

COMPENSATION: Unpaid 

DATES: College Semesters (Spring, Summer, and Fall)

HOURS: Flexible (generally 8 to 5, M – F) / Not to exceed 20 hours per week (1 Position)

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An Equal Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

www.cstx.gov/careers

recruiting@cstx.gov