Victim Services Supervisor (Austin Police)

About This Position

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

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  Promotes the development of employees’ clinical skills, therapeutic frameworks, approaches, and modalities through observation, assessment, and evaluation, and utilizes supervisory evidence-based techniques to solve problems and implement intervention.

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  Determines goals, objectives, and resource requirements for Victim Services programs.

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  Participates in the preparation and monitoring of the division budget.

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  Researches and prepares narrative material for grant proposals, annual reports, and other documentation as required and requested.

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  Provides incident command leadership and preparedness for critical incident scenes and disasters.

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  Assigns projects, sets schedules, and monitors task completion for timeliness, accuracy, and effectiveness.

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  Evaluates program effectiveness to develop improved methods.

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  Provides the required hours of individual and group clinical supervision to employees pursuing Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Professional Counselor licensures.

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  Conducts media interviews in collaboration with Austin Public Information Office.

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  Prepares for and testifies in court as a fact or expert witness.

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  Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.

• Knowledge of counseling, theoretical frameworks, and techniques.

• Knowledge of mental health issues, trauma, and victimology.

• Knowledge of Critical Incident Command.

• Knowledge of police operations and investigative procedures.

• Knowledge of Victim Assistance best practices.

• Skill in oral and written communications.

• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.

• Skill in using computers and related software applications.

• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.

• Skill in planning and organizing.

• Skill in trauma and crisis counseling.

• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.

• Ability to train others.

• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees, external agencies, and the public.

• Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a mental health-related field, plus five (5) years of experience in clinical mental health counseling and crisis management, including at least one (1) year in a lead or supervisory capacity.

• Licensed Social Worker, Professional Counselor, or Marriage and Family Therapist may substitute for two (2) of the required years of experience.

• License in a Mental Health field in the State of Texas: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).

A complete and detailed City of Austin employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience and education that is relevant to this position. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience and education. Application must include job titles, job duties performed, full or part time status. Your work history should include the duties you performed, any supervisory or lead responsibilities, and any equipment or computer software used.

• Valid Class C Driver License.

Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions. Please Click here to find more information.

All Austin Police employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employee’s duty and responsibility to the Department.

• APD must review all secondary employment.

• Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with APD, as well as current APD employees considering Secondary employment.

Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply, but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.

This posting can close at any time after 7 days.

We also recommend that you save or print a copy of the job posting for your records. Once a posting has closed, it will no longer be viewable in the system.

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• Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.

• Value and Innovation: Work in an environment where employees are valued, and innovation thrives.

• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.

• Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.

• Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.

• Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.

• Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.

• Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.

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EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.