The longtime Victims Advocate for the City of Marion, Tammy Wolf, will retire after nearly 17 years with the City, and a total of 39 years in the public sector.
Wolf was first hired by the Marion Police Department in March of 2007 as a front office receptionist, then after a couple years, worked in a similar capacity in the Mayor’s Office before landing her dream job – the Victims Advocate for the City of Marion.
Wolf had interned with the prior advocate, learning the ropes, following her previous role in public service with Marion Community Schools where she served as an Educational Assistant and Library Assistant.
As the City’s sole Victims Advocate, she would provide emotional support, resources and education, and walk them through every step as a victim through to the end of the criminal justice process. Wolf would work with an average of 90 – 100 victims quarterly.
Police Chief Angela Haley said Wolf has been an amazing advocate for domestic violence and sexual abuse. “Tammy has always been willing to go above and beyond to help support victims and assist them with the criminal justice process. Her compassion and drive are second to none, and it was a pleasure to work with her all these years.”
Wolf served on two boards during her tenure: the Mayor’s Commission Against Domestic Violence (which is no longer active), and on the Sexual Assault Response Team.
Wolf’s official last day is January 1st, 2024. She looks forward to vacationing in Florida more often with her husband, and spending more quality time with family. She plans to home school their youngest child as well as watch the two youngest grandsons on a regular basis.
In the weeks leading to her official retirement, Wolf has been training the new Victims Advocate to carry forth the vital role in the community.
