Salary $72,332.54 - $108,498.82 Annually Job Number 25CAO700TF001 Closing Date 2/19/2025 11:59 PM Central Description The Hennepin County Attorney's Office (CAO) is seeking an Extreme Risk Protective Order (ERPO) Specialist advocate (internally classified as Legal Services Specialist) to provide support and guidance to family members who are considering seeking an Extreme Risk Protection order (ERPO) to protect their struggling loved one. The Legal Services Specialist will assist in filing of ERPOs and will help navigate a complex health care system. The Legal Services Specialist will also provide training and technical assistance to our Hennepin County and City partners and outreach and education to the community. Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral program Location and hours: This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at Hennepin County Government Center at 300 South 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487 and remote as job duties require. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, with typical hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. While these positions are designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota and Wisconsin. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire. About the position type: This is a full-time, benefit earning position. This position is internally classified as a Legal Services Specialist. Click here to view the job classification specification. In this position, you will: Provide information to families regarding ERPOs and assist with applying. Prepare families who are petitioning for ERPOs to participate in the court process and attend court hearings. Provide information to families relating to their cases, including court dates, preparation for court appearances and testimony, and instructions as to the procedural steps of the court process. Coordinate services with law enforcement and other criminal justice professionals to facilitate an effective court process. Serve as advocate and liaison between the CAO, families, and outside agencies. Assist families in navigating health care systems and assess needs for resources and safety plans. Engage with community groups, healthcare providers, and law enforcement to build partnerships and promote understanding of ERPOs. Develop and participate in training and technical assistance resources in response to community needs. Respond, develop and participate in community engagement, outreach, and education efforts to raise awareness about ERPOs. Answer legal and resource questions from community partners and members. Represent the CAO on committees and task forces. Prepare and maintain records, reports, correspondence, and memorandums. Gather and document statistical data on client demographics. Track the impact of ERPO laws and identifying areas for improvement through data collection and analysis.