Victim Advocate

Provides advocacy for survivors of sexual assault, relationship violence, and stalking, complying with VAWA Federal Campus Security ACT, Title IX regulations, and the Clery Act. Provides advocacy through the criminal justice and judicial process. Helps victims navigate and receive resources, services, and support throughout their academic career. Crime Victim Advocates are subject to being on call and/or called out to an active crime scene. Knowledge of local and state laws relating to domestic violence, dating violence, stalking and IPV is necessary to fulfill job duties.The Victim Advocate will work under the direction of the Investigations Lieutenant, and work directly with UUPD Patrol and Investigators to provide support and resources for victims of crime on campus.Safety is a top priority for the University of Utah. The Chief Safety Officer (CSO) for the University is the Director of Public Safety and serves as chief of police services. The CSO is responsible for overseeing the University's Department of Public Safety, which includes the following operational divisions: University Police, Campus Security, Health Security, Emergency Management, Emergency Communications, and the central administrative Office of the CSO. Safety looks and feels different to each person, and the U Department of Public Safety is committed to working with the community to foster a safe environment where all individuals feel empowered and equipped to succeed in their work, education, and other business with the university. More at publicsafety.utah.edu.