Violence Against Women Program Specialist – CS2 / Washington State Department of Commerce, Office of Crime Victims Advocacy

Organization: Washington State Department of Commerce, Office of Crime Victims Advocacy
Job Title: Violence Against Women Program Specialist - CS2
City: Olympia
State: WA

Annual Salary: $55,584.00 - $74,724.00

Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree AND two years of professional experience in community, trade or economic development with a focus in management or delivery of services and/or administration of crime victims services/assistance or related field (crime, victim services, mental health services, etc.).
o If the applicant does not have a Bachelor’s Degree, six years of professional experience, or six years total of a combination of higher education and professional experience as described.
o A graduate or advanced degree may substitute for one year of the required experience.

• One-year experience working for or in partnership with organizations based in marginalized communities and Native American tribes.

• Experience in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) competencies:

o DEI knowledge, understanding, and commitment
o Self-awareness and commitment to growth
o Cultivating mutually beneficial and trusting strategic partnerships
o Inclusive excellence and allyship
o Measuring for success and improvemen

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
• Knowledge of principles of organization and public administration of local, state, or federal programs including policy analysis and formulation of government agencies and development of stakeholder relationships.
• Professional experience working with grants to community-based and criminal justice organizations assisting crime victims, experience in contracting public funds to community agencies, and experience working for or in partnership with organizations based in marginalized communities and/or Native American tribes.
• Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of state and federal social services programs including their application and intent, sources of funds and requirements controlling their use, and legislation.
• Knowledge of state budgeting policies and practices, and ability to employ budget and fiscal management techniques.
• Ability to analyze complex documents.
• Ability to meet budget, grant a

Description:
This position works within the Office of Crime Victims Advocacy and assists with Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) program development and implementation. The position provides technical assistance to community partners with consultation from section manager. It monitors compliance and accuracy of data with reporting to support data driven decisions and manages the full grant cycle.

Benefits:
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dol

Application Information:
Open Date: 2024-09-06
Close Date: 2024-09-19

Instructions: Please visit our website to apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/4627841/commerce-specialist-2