Restitution Processing Assistant

The Restitution Program is responsible for the collection and disbursement of court-ordered restitution to crime victims for unreimbursed expenses related to the crime.

Responsibilities:

• Learn and integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered approach, using an anti-oppressive lens, into your work with clients.
• Learn and integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered approach, using an anti-oppressive lens, into your work with clients. Coach and guide staff in their client practice that reflects these approaches.
• Enters new cases into the Restitution database for processing
• Establishes and maintains client files and records
• Processes daily accounts receivables and payables
• Prepares daily recording schedules (e.g., log books, cash receipts, cash disbursements)
• Responds to general payment inquires via email and/or phone
• Informs supervisor of any collection on a past due accounts and any accounts in arrears
• Remits client late notices
• Prepares deposit slips and makes bank deposits as needed
• Performs administrative tasks such as filing, sorting, distributing mail, copying, and faxing
• Provides assistance at other restitution program locations, as needed
• Other ad hoc duties, as directed by supervisor

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Associates Degree preferred.

Required skills:

• Strong MS computer skills (i.e., Excel), math skills and ability to use a calculator
• Detail oriented
• General accounting experience required
• Excellent communication skills
• Check and balance awareness
• Able to work in a team environment
• Customer service orientation
• Ability to interface with diverse population in a crisis driven environment
• Comfortable communicating with defendants.

Hiring Range: $23.36 - $26.28 Hourly

Full-time Hours: 35 Hours per week

Full-time Benefits: Vacation Time, Paid Sick Time, Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Company Life Insurance, Medical/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits Program, Gym Reimbursement, Parental Leave, Employee Learning Center

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