JENNIFER BALDERAS
Auburn
Summary
Dedicated and bilingual professional with a solid foundation in victim advocacy and criminal justice education. Experienced in working across multiple legal units, including Domestic Violence, Special Victims, Murder, Theft, and U-Visa, with providing recourses to victims. Skilled in case management, client communication, and ensuring that victims receive the necessary resources and services. I to work with legal teams, inve Known for being responsible, detail-oriented, and committed to making a positive impact on the community. Seeking a position where I can continue to apply my expertise in victim support and make a meaningful difference within the community.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Victim Advocate
Athens-Clarke County Solicitor General’s office
09.2024 - Current
- I manage my own caseload while also overseeing all Spanish-speaking cases in State court. My role involves providing resources to victims, informing them of upcoming court dates, and scheduling meetings. Additionally, I assist investigators with subpoenaing Spanish-speaking victims or witnesses when needed. For each victim, I offer a variety of resources, including domestic violence shelters, programs for grandparents raising grandchildren and victim compensation. I also scan documents into Tracker and AXON to ensure accurate case management. Although I primarily work in state court, I also assist in municipal court when Spanish-speaking victims are involved.
Victim Witness Unit Intern
Cobb County District Attorneys Office
01.2024 - 04.2024
- I assisted Victim Witness advocates by making phone calls to victims to update them on their cases and upcoming court dates. I attended important court meetings and covered phones and court duties when advocates were out of the office. I also sent emails on behalf of advocates and entered case information into Tracker. Additionally, I provided translation services for Spanish-speaking victims.I have attended a wide range of cases, including domestic violence, murder, rape, DUI, and more. I’ve had the opportunity to work in various units, such as the Murder Unit, Special Victims Unit, Theft Unit, U-Visa Unit, and the Domestic Violence Unit. My experience also includes assisting with both juvenile and adult cases. I helped organize case files and ensured they were stored in the correct locations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA05.2024
High School Diploma - High school or equivalent
Winder-Barrow High School
Winder, GA05.2020
Skills
- Communication skills
- Customer Service
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer skills
- Advocacy
- Community recourses provider
- Crisis Intervention
- Case management
Certification
- Victim Assistance Training Online
- Georgia Commission of Family Violence 2024
- VWAP Certificate 2025
- Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
- Driver's License
Timeline
Victim Advocate
Athens-Clarke County Solicitor General’s office
09.2024 - Current
Victim Witness Unit Intern
Cobb County District Attorneys Office
01.2024 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Kennesaw State University
High School Diploma - High school or equivalent
Winder-Barrow High School