Identity Theft Networks Project Director Job Description
The Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc. (MCVRC) seeks a Project Director for the newly launched ID Theft Networks collaborative project. The position is a full time, salaried employee of MCVRC located in the Upper Marlboro main office and reporting to the Senior Project Director/Director of Special Grants.
About the Identity Theft Networks Project
On October 1, 2010, MCVRC began a 3-year cooperative agreement with the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) to create and serve a National Identity Theft Victims’ Network Hub (HUB) to facilitate up to nine sub-awards creating and supporting regional or statewide coalitions to assist victims of identity theft through a network. The HUB’s coalitions will assist victims of identity theft by encouraging the expansion of existing victim service programs to improve the responses to victims of identity theft.
Education & Experience
This position requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and preferable a master’s degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Criminal Justice or a related field, and experience in non-profit management, victim services or other similar position. Professional experience with identity theft victimization is highly desirable.
Skills & Expertise
The Project Director must possess demonstrated skills and expertise in:
1) victims’ services and the criminal justice system, including financial fraud and preferably identity theft;
2) coalition building, sustainability, and development;
3) project and program management;
4) grant reporting;
5) training;
6) proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of programs
Responsibilities & Tasks
The Project Director is responsible for assisting up to nine non-profit community-based and/or agency-based victim service organizations around the country, who are awarded one-year subgrants. The Identity Theft Networks Project is funded by the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC). The Project Director is a part of the Identity Theft Networks Team at MCVRC and has overall responsibility for the success of the subrecipient sites in meeting their project goals.
Working conditions:
• Work weeks are 5 days, Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day.
• This position is located in the Upper Marlboro office at 1001 Prince George’s Blvd, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 although some travel may be necessary.
How to Apply:
Applicants should submit their resume and cover letter as ONE attachment via email ONLY to jobs@mdcrimevictims.org. Please use the subject line “ID Theft Project Director.” Also, we welcome you to see our main website for details about our organization's mission: www.mdcrimevictims.org.
Nov 15, 2010
MCVRC Announces Launch of National Identity Theft Victims' Network Project
For Immediate Release: November 4, 2010
Contact: Merry O’Brien, Director of Special Grants
301- 952-0063 or merry@mdcrimevictims.org
Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc.
Announces Launch of National Identity Theft Victims’ Network Project
Upper Marlboro, Maryland – The Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc. (MCVRC) is pleased to announce the launch of a National Identity Theft Victims’ Network cooperative agreement with the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) to facilitate up to nine sub-awards of up to $50,000 each to create or support regional or statewide coalitions to assist victims of identity theft.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports there are around 8.3 million Americans who become identity theft victims each year. Yet very few victim service providers have had specific training on identity theft victimization and coordination is lacking among professionals who come into contact with this victim population. This project seeks to fill a significant gap in support by developing infrastructure, training materials, outreach tools and direct victim assistance services to this underserved group.
The subrecipient coalitions will assist victims of identity theft by encouraging the expansion of existing victim service programs to improve the responses to victims of identity theft. The project’s overarching goal will expand the outreach and capacity of victim service programs to better address the rights and needs of victims of identity theft.
As a legal service provider with expertise in both victims’ rights and identity theft, and as a cooperative partner in several prior OVC pass through agreements, MCVRC’s leadership will help to build and create an infrastructure, training materials, outreach tools and direct victim assistance services to better serve the under-served population of identity theft victims. MCVRC will provide support and guidance to the subrecipient coalitions, working to create or improve their current service delivery portfolio at the local, state and regional level to better address the needs of and assistance to identity theft victims.
The Request for Proposals and sub-award application instructions will be made available and announced on MCVRC’s website at www.mdcrimevictims.org in Spring of 2011. Interested organizations throughout the United States, including nonprofits and governmental entities are encouraged to contact MCVRC immediately for placement on the notification list to receive important updates.
Additionally, MCVRC is seeking a Project Director for the National Identity Theft Network collaborative project. The Project Director is a part of the Identity Theft Networks Team at MCVRC, located in Upper Marlboro, MD and will have overall responsibility for the success of the subrecipient sites in meeting their project goals. Please see our website at mdcrimevictims.org for the full position announcement. Applicants should submit their resume and cover letter as one attachment via email to jobs@mdcrimevictims.org. Please use the subject line “Identity Theft Project Director.”
About MCVRC: MCVRC was founded in 1982 as the Stephanie Roper Committee by Roberta and Vince Roper after the brutal murder of their daughter Stephanie. Since its founding, MCVRC has become a national leader in victims’ rights advocacy and representation. MCVRC’s services, all offered free of charge, include: criminal justice support and education; individual, family and group counseling; legal assistance; faith-based referrals; and advocacy to improve the treatment of victims who suffer the devastating consequences of undeserved crime. Visit us on the web at www.mdcrimevictims.org.
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This document was produced by the Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc. under award # 2010-VF-GX-K030, awarded by the Office for Victims of Crime, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this document are those of the contributors and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice.
Contact: Merry O’Brien, Director of Special Grants
301- 952-0063 or merry@mdcrimevictims.org
Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc.
Announces Launch of National Identity Theft Victims’ Network Project
Upper Marlboro, Maryland – The Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc. (MCVRC) is pleased to announce the launch of a National Identity Theft Victims’ Network cooperative agreement with the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) to facilitate up to nine sub-awards of up to $50,000 each to create or support regional or statewide coalitions to assist victims of identity theft.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports there are around 8.3 million Americans who become identity theft victims each year. Yet very few victim service providers have had specific training on identity theft victimization and coordination is lacking among professionals who come into contact with this victim population. This project seeks to fill a significant gap in support by developing infrastructure, training materials, outreach tools and direct victim assistance services to this underserved group.
The subrecipient coalitions will assist victims of identity theft by encouraging the expansion of existing victim service programs to improve the responses to victims of identity theft. The project’s overarching goal will expand the outreach and capacity of victim service programs to better address the rights and needs of victims of identity theft.
As a legal service provider with expertise in both victims’ rights and identity theft, and as a cooperative partner in several prior OVC pass through agreements, MCVRC’s leadership will help to build and create an infrastructure, training materials, outreach tools and direct victim assistance services to better serve the under-served population of identity theft victims. MCVRC will provide support and guidance to the subrecipient coalitions, working to create or improve their current service delivery portfolio at the local, state and regional level to better address the needs of and assistance to identity theft victims.
The Request for Proposals and sub-award application instructions will be made available and announced on MCVRC’s website at www.mdcrimevictims.org in Spring of 2011. Interested organizations throughout the United States, including nonprofits and governmental entities are encouraged to contact MCVRC immediately for placement on the notification list to receive important updates.
Additionally, MCVRC is seeking a Project Director for the National Identity Theft Network collaborative project. The Project Director is a part of the Identity Theft Networks Team at MCVRC, located in Upper Marlboro, MD and will have overall responsibility for the success of the subrecipient sites in meeting their project goals. Please see our website at mdcrimevictims.org for the full position announcement. Applicants should submit their resume and cover letter as one attachment via email to jobs@mdcrimevictims.org. Please use the subject line “Identity Theft Project Director.”
About MCVRC: MCVRC was founded in 1982 as the Stephanie Roper Committee by Roberta and Vince Roper after the brutal murder of their daughter Stephanie. Since its founding, MCVRC has become a national leader in victims’ rights advocacy and representation. MCVRC’s services, all offered free of charge, include: criminal justice support and education; individual, family and group counseling; legal assistance; faith-based referrals; and advocacy to improve the treatment of victims who suffer the devastating consequences of undeserved crime. Visit us on the web at www.mdcrimevictims.org.
# # # # #
This document was produced by the Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc. under award # 2010-VF-GX-K030, awarded by the Office for Victims of Crime, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this document are those of the contributors and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice.
Oct 28, 2010
Oct 5, 2010
A Chocolate Affair
Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc. invites you to the:
7th Annual Chocolate Affair
Fundraiser– Auction– Annual Awards
Friday, October 15th, 2010 7:00-10:00PM
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #89
2905 Old Largo Rd # A Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Share a wonderful evening with friends and supporters.
Enjoy delicious food and delectable chocolate desserts.
Reservations: $50/ person by mail or phone: 301-952-0063
7th Annual Chocolate Affair
Fundraiser– Auction– Annual Awards
Friday, October 15th, 2010 7:00-10:00PM
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #89
2905 Old Largo Rd # A Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Share a wonderful evening with friends and supporters.
Enjoy delicious food and delectable chocolate desserts.
Reservations: $50/ person by mail or phone: 301-952-0063
Click Here for more information
$25 of the $50 donation is tax exempt
Sep 8, 2010
Press Release: National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
September 7, 2010
CONTACT:Yang Zhao,MCVRC
301-952-0063
yang@mdcrimevictims.org
National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims
Slated for September 25, 2010
Washington, D.C. --- The 4th annual observance of the National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims will be commemorated on September 25, with crime victim/survivor and public awareness activities taking place in Washington, D.C. and in hundreds of communities across America.
In our nation’s capital, professionals and volunteers from homicide support and crime victim assistance organizations from across the country at 1:00 p.m. will join with surviving family members of murder victims at "Supporting Survivors: A Forum for Discussion” to explore issues survivors face, and ways that their needs can be best identified and met. At 5:30 p.m., the National Forum will culminate with the ceremonial unveiling of the “Murder Wall…Honoring Their Memories,” a powerful exhibit provided by the National Organization of Parents Of Murdered Children (POMC) inscribed with the names of thousands of murder victims (additional information about the National Forum and Observance is available at http://dayofremembrance.eventbrite.com).
The theme of this year’s National Day of Remembrance is “Remember; Remind; and Respect.” This simple message reflects on survivors who remember all the happiness and joy that their loved ones brought into their lives and into our world; reminds America – as individuals and communities – of what has been lost as a result of senseless murders; and rightfully request respect – for the lives of their loved ones; for their rights as surviving family members of homicide victims; and for court processes that bring murderers to justice, and justice to victims.
According to the Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center’s executive director, Russell P. Butler, the 2010 theme for the National Day of Remembrance is a “call to action” to all people in America who are concerned about homicide and the family survivors of the homicide victim.
“Those who share our concerns about the impact of murder should remember that they can make a significant difference in the lives of surviving family members of homicide by simply reaching out to them; remind themselves of the devastating impact of murder on our homes, neighborhoods, schools, businesses, tribal lands, and military bases, among other locations; and offer their personal respect for the lives of people who have been senselessly murdered, and for the on-going needs of their surviving loved ones.”
“People in our community can let their voices be heard about how murder affects us all,“ Butler continued. “POMC and the Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc. are also sponsoring a national online survey to hear from survivors, justice officials, crime victim advocates and concerned community members about three areas that affect survivors of murder victims: (1) family relationship dynamics following a homicide; (2) the roles of law enforcement and survivors of homicide victims; and (3) helping survivors access victim services and rights. We encourage members of our community to visit www.surveymonkey.com/s/W85FVQP and complete a brief online survey about how we can improve in these three areas for the benefit of surviving family members of murder victims.”
For additional information about local efforts sponsored by chapters of the National Organization of Parents Of Murdered Children, Inc. and for additional information about POMC please call toll-free 888-818-POMC, or visit POMC’s website at http://www.pomc.com. For additional information about the Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc. please call toll-free 877-VICTIM-1, or visit MCVRC’s website at http://www.mdcrimevictims.org.
To register for the National Forum or Memorial Service, please visit: http://dayofremembrance.eventbrite.com.
September 7, 2010
CONTACT:Yang Zhao,MCVRC
301-952-0063
yang@mdcrimevictims.org
National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims
Slated for September 25, 2010
Washington, D.C. --- The 4th annual observance of the National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims will be commemorated on September 25, with crime victim/survivor and public awareness activities taking place in Washington, D.C. and in hundreds of communities across America.
In our nation’s capital, professionals and volunteers from homicide support and crime victim assistance organizations from across the country at 1:00 p.m. will join with surviving family members of murder victims at "Supporting Survivors: A Forum for Discussion” to explore issues survivors face, and ways that their needs can be best identified and met. At 5:30 p.m., the National Forum will culminate with the ceremonial unveiling of the “Murder Wall…Honoring Their Memories,” a powerful exhibit provided by the National Organization of Parents Of Murdered Children (POMC) inscribed with the names of thousands of murder victims (additional information about the National Forum and Observance is available at http://dayofremembrance.eventbrite.com).
The theme of this year’s National Day of Remembrance is “Remember; Remind; and Respect.” This simple message reflects on survivors who remember all the happiness and joy that their loved ones brought into their lives and into our world; reminds America – as individuals and communities – of what has been lost as a result of senseless murders; and rightfully request respect – for the lives of their loved ones; for their rights as surviving family members of homicide victims; and for court processes that bring murderers to justice, and justice to victims.
According to the Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center’s executive director, Russell P. Butler, the 2010 theme for the National Day of Remembrance is a “call to action” to all people in America who are concerned about homicide and the family survivors of the homicide victim.
“Those who share our concerns about the impact of murder should remember that they can make a significant difference in the lives of surviving family members of homicide by simply reaching out to them; remind themselves of the devastating impact of murder on our homes, neighborhoods, schools, businesses, tribal lands, and military bases, among other locations; and offer their personal respect for the lives of people who have been senselessly murdered, and for the on-going needs of their surviving loved ones.”
“People in our community can let their voices be heard about how murder affects us all,“ Butler continued. “POMC and the Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc. are also sponsoring a national online survey to hear from survivors, justice officials, crime victim advocates and concerned community members about three areas that affect survivors of murder victims: (1) family relationship dynamics following a homicide; (2) the roles of law enforcement and survivors of homicide victims; and (3) helping survivors access victim services and rights. We encourage members of our community to visit www.surveymonkey.com/s/W85FVQP and complete a brief online survey about how we can improve in these three areas for the benefit of surviving family members of murder victims.”
For additional information about local efforts sponsored by chapters of the National Organization of Parents Of Murdered Children, Inc. and for additional information about POMC please call toll-free 888-818-POMC, or visit POMC’s website at http://www.pomc.com. For additional information about the Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc. please call toll-free 877-VICTIM-1, or visit MCVRC’s website at http://www.mdcrimevictims.org.
To register for the National Forum or Memorial Service, please visit: http://dayofremembrance.eventbrite.com.
Aug 10, 2010
Hiring Victim Advocate
Thanks for your interest in applying for the victim advocate position. At this time, hiring for this position is on hold; therefore, no further resumes will be accepted.
THE MARYLAND CRIME VICTIMS’ RESOURCE CENTER, INC. (MCVRC)
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Victim Advocate
Classification: Exempt
Work Schedule: Full-Time
Reports to: Director of Victim Services
Position Summary: This professional position is responsible for providing information and referral, direct support and advocacy to crime victims in Baltimore City and surrounding Counties (Including Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Harford, and Howard Counties).
Primary Duties and Essential Functions:
• Conduct victim intakes
• Provide victims information on victims’ rights
• Referrals to other victim and social service organizations
• Court accompaniment and advocacy
• Coordinate victims’ needs with MCVRC services
• Conduct follow-up with victims
• Keep records, including database maintenance (Legal Files), of the number and types of victim services and submits monthly statistics to the Director of Victim Services
• Participates in victim services interdisciplinary meetings
• Attend and represent MCVRC at outreach meetings and trainings
• Attend the Roper Victim Assistance Academy if there has not been previous attendance
• Works under the supervision of the Director of Victim Services
• Complete additional duties as directed
Experience:
• Bachelors Degree minimum
• Experience working with crime victims
• Familiarity with the criminal justice system
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office
Jul 30, 2010
National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims 2010
The 4th Annual National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims will be held the afternoon (exact time TBA) of Saturday, September 25th, 2010, at the National Press Club in Washington, DC, co-hosted by the National Organization of Parents Of Murdered Children, Inc. (POMC) and Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc. (MCVRC).
Professionals from homicide support organizations from around the nation will join with those who have lost a loved one to homicide for "Supporting Survivors: A Forum for Discussion” to explore issues survivors face and ways the victim services and allied fields can effectively meet the needs of survivors. The day will culminate with the ceremonial unveiling of the “Murder Wall…Honoring Their Memories,” a powerful exhibit provided by POMC inscribed with the names of thousands of murder victims.
This event honors the lives of those taken by violence; publicly recognizes the impact of homicide on their surviving family members and friends; and pays tribute to those organizations that work with and provide services to survivors of homicide victims. Remember. Remind. Respect.
For more information on this FREE event/RSVP, go to http://dayofremembrance.eventbrite.com
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