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Salary : $58,426.78 - $78,520.69 Annually
Location : Centennial II, Human Resources Department, 805 Central Avenue, Suite 200, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, OH
Job Type: Full-time Classified
Job Number: 26-02739
Department: Police
Opening Date: 08/24/2026
Closing Date: 9/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
General Statement of Duties
Promotes the health and well-being of assigned clients by identifying and resolving personal and social impediments to their care; and participates in outreach projects designed to educate and inform the general public.
Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)
(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)
Knowledge of:
Principles of human growth, development and health.
Principles of normal and abnormal human behavior, including emotional disorders and cognitive processes.
Signs of domestic violence; proper reporting and referral procedures.
Testing processes to be encountered by clients.
Interviewing and counseling techniques; family dynamics.
Grief stages and processes.
Health and social service resources available to clients.
Principles and processes of client needs assessment.
Victims' right per statutory and constitutional law.
Skill to:
Operate a personal computer, calculator, and other office equipment.
Document interactions with clients as appropriate; maintain appropriate statistical records.
Navigate within the city; operate assigned vehicle.
Ability to:
Assess client health needs; interview and counsel clients.
Coordinate client care with other agencies and appropriate care providers.
Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Work among diverse groups of people.
Maintain high standards of professionalism. Provide crisis stabilization and support services to crime victims/witnesses and assists with identified concerns resulting from victimization.
Required Education and Experience
Each applicant must have two years experience in victim/witness advocacy program, public health outreach, social work, or a closely related field and an Associate degree from an accredited college or university in health outreach, social work, counseling or a closely related field or a bachelor's degree in one of the above areas.
For positions in the Police Department:
A certification in trauma responsive care may be substituted for work experience.
Previous experience managing social work interns and staff is preferred.
Must have ability to respond to crisis events during evenings and weekends.
OTHER REQUIREMENTSPossession of a valid Driver's License.
MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION
Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations.
Working and Physical Conditions
Environmental Conditions: Indoor environments; some work in client homes; possible exposure to unsanitary conditions.
Physical Conditions: Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; light lifting and carrying; general manual dexterity required; must be able to operate assigned vehicle.
The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.
The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.
The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.
Holidays
The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas
Health Insurance
The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.
Eligible dependents include:
Legal Spouse or Equal Partner
Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")
Step-child
Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian
Basic Life Insurance
A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.
Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.
Flexible Benefits Plans
Healthcare Flex Spending Account
City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.
Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.
Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account
City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.
Healthy Lifestyles Program
City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.
Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.
Retirement Plan
The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-timeemployees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.
Deferred Compensation
As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.
01
Which degree do you possess in health outreach, social work, counseling or a closely related field?

• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• PhD/Doctorate Degree
• Degree in a closely related field
• I do not possess a degree in the fields above

02
Do you hold a certification in trauma responsive care or a related field?

• Yes
• No

03
If you answered yes to question 2, please list your certification.
04
How many years of experience do you have in victim/witness advocacy, public health outreach, social work, or a closely related field?

• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5+ years

05
Please describe your experience with managing social workers.
06
If applicable please describe your experience working with victims of crime.
07
Do you understand this position requires flexible scheduling to work evenings, weekends, and on-call?

• Yes
• No

Required Question