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Briana Vilches

West Allis

Summary

Victim Witness Advocate with almost two years of experience serving as the general crimes intake victim advocate for the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office. Experienced in making initial victim contacts, obtaining/documenting case information, assessing immediate victim needs, and explaining victim rights, the court process, and available resources. Participates in charging conferences with both misdemeanor and felony prosecutors within the general crime unit to support victims and serve as a potential witness if needed. Strengths include helping victims in stressful situations, keeping cases organized, and coordinating with prosecutors and other agencies.


Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Victim Witness Advocate

Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office
07.2024 - Current

Currently serve as the primary intake point for general crimes cases, conducting initial contact with victims, collecting key information, and assessing immediate victim needs. Provide victims' rights and court process education,coordinate referrals/resources, attend charging conferences with prosecutors, and maintain accurate case notes and follow up.

Fitness Desk Worker

Wisconsin Lutheran College
09.2023 - 05.2024

Support the Athletic department by cleaning and maintaining the fitness room and equipment inside, supervising the fitness room during operational hours, observing/assisting fitness room users on how to operate equipment, and completing weekly "Cleaning Checklists."

Wauwatosa Police Department Intern

Wauwatosa Police Department
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Participated in active shooter training, K-9 training, and an active
    shooter debrief with the Wauwatosa officers.
  • Assisted SRT (Special Response Team) members with training for
    hostage situations in automobiles, houses, and abandoned buildings.
  • Acted as a decoy and as a perpetrator during these trainings. Also assisted SRT members during their search warrant training as well.
  • Participated in numerous ride-a-longs throughout the first,
    second, and third shifts.
  • Observed forensic interviews with detectives.
  • Shadowed crime analysts from the Wauwatosa Department as
    well as the West Allis Police Department.
  • Toured the crime lab and witnessed their procedures.
  • Worked security for concerts in the Wauwatosa community as
    well as worked the Tosa Night Out community event.
  • Completed EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operations Course)
    taught by officers.
  • Observed District Attorney Office employees and sat in on
    court proceedings.

WALI (Warrior Athletic Leadership Initiative) Rep.

Wisconsin Lutheran College
09.2021 - 05.2023
  • Assisted the Student Success Center by tutoring freshman
    student-athletes, checking them into WALI (Warrior Athletic
    Leadership Initiative), and providing athletes with the
    needed resources for academic success.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with
    Freshman softball players and other student-athletes during
    Study Hall hours.

Education

Master of Science - Criminal Justice & Criminology

University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI
05-2026

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Wisconsin Lutheran College
Milwaukee, WI
05-2024

Skills

  • Professional communication (written and verbal)
  • Active listening
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Organization & time management
  • Documentation & recordkeeping
  • Confidentiality & professionalism
  • Team collaboration
  • Computer skills (Microsoft Office, PROTECT)

Timeline

Victim Witness Advocate

Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office
07.2024 - Current

Fitness Desk Worker

Wisconsin Lutheran College
09.2023 - 05.2024

Wauwatosa Police Department Intern

Wauwatosa Police Department
06.2023 - 08.2023

WALI (Warrior Athletic Leadership Initiative) Rep.

Wisconsin Lutheran College
09.2021 - 05.2023

Master of Science - Criminal Justice & Criminology

University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Wisconsin Lutheran College