Restitution Techncian

• Reviews case file to confirm proper case entry and classification of victim to ensure correct dissemination of Restitution Statements and Victim Impact Statements.
• Analyze and act upon the return of Restitution Statements and Victim Impact Statements.
• Collaborates, explains and follows-up with victims of crime, collateral agencies, co-workers, and other stakeholders in the collection of financial documents necessary for a request of restitution. Verification of submitted documents to establish legitimacy and nexus to the criminal case.
• Assembles and assesses complex data and financial figures based on verification of crime-related losses.
• Prepares notice/motions and exhibits for restitution requests upon compilation of supporting documentation for restitution or at the request of the assigned deputy district attorney.
• Establishes and maintains a working knowledge of the restitution statute (C.R.S. 18-1.3-601 et al.) and pertinent case laws.
• Documents case work/status and statistics in the database program.
• Screens and responds to visitors or telephone calls regarding restitution; determine the purpose of the visit/call; provide routine factual/procedural information or directs to appropriate unit or individual; maintain and compile simple statistical records to reflect the workflow through the unit (e.g., number, type, payment of cases and demographic information).
• Demonstrate ongoing commitment to teamwork and working in a collaborative, supportive environment.
  
  

To be successful, our ideal candidate should have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Standard office procedures and forms applicable to the specific unit and/or assignment.
• Possess a strong working knowledge of standard legal/court procedures and legal terminology, knowledge of spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
• The ability to process work using database programs and or specific software programs.
• Ability to follow semi-complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to prioritize and organize large volumes of cases and/or data to meet established deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with attorneys, support staff, victims, and collateral agencies.
• Be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, fellow workers, attorneys, police, therapists, medical providers, and related agencies' personnel and the other stakeholders, including victims, witnesses, and clients.
• Exercise attention to detail in performing assigned work tasks for accuracy and completeness.
• Operate standard office equipment, e.g., personal computer, 10-key calculator, copier, scanner, and fax.
• Perform standard and moderately complex mathematical calculations and gain working knowledge of simple bookkeeping procedures.
• Proficient in problem solving with the ability to map and interpret complex cases while working independently.
• Be able to exercise empathy and understanding in dealing with emotionally distraught persons.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• A minimum of one (1) year progressively responsible administrative work.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred but not required.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience working in a legal environment preferred.Must pass a criminal background check.