The PositionPortland Police Bureau is seeking their next Community Engagement Coordinator!About the Position:Job Appointment: Full-time, Regular
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8-5pm
Work Location: This position reports in person to the Justice Center, 1111 SW 2nd Ave. In the future, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
Benefits: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position.
Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position is or may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees.
Union Representation: This classification was recently recognized as represented by a new labor union, City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). Terms and Conditions are currently being negotiated as part of a new CPPW collective bargaining agreement. To view current labor agreements, please visit https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements .
Application Materials: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.
Position Summary:The Community Engagement Coordinator serves as a liaison to the public and various organizational units, fostering partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders to enhance relationships and services provided by the Portland Police Bureau (PPB). In collaboration with the Community Engagement Officer and team members, the incumbent will support existing programs while developing new programs to further engage the community.
The Community Engagement Coordinator will plan, develop, and implement crime prevention and community engagement programs to educate and connect with citizens, businesses, and community groups in Portland. This role aims to enhance the quality of life and foster a community-oriented police department.
Key Responsibilities:- Community Relationship Building: Develop and maintain relationships with communities, stakeholders, and Bureau members. Support community-driven programs and respond to inquiries about partnerships between the department and community/business involvement.
- Administrative Functions: Create professional content for program development and presentations. Conduct assessments, data analysis, manage community-based grants, and set/track program objectives.
- Meeting Facilitation: Attend and facilitate organizational and community meetings. Actively engage with diverse communities, represent the Bureau, and present educational content. Organize and lead in-person events, trainings, and activities.
- Crime Prevention Initiatives: Collaborate with communities and PPB members on crime prevention, education, and community safety programs.
- Program Administration: Conduct administrative tasks for programs like Language Access, ADA compliance, training and development, event planning, purchasing items for community functions, creating surveys, calendar management, and quarterly newsletters.
- Outreach Tracking: Track, measure, and report on community outreach plans and activities.
- Database Management: Maintain a database of community organizations, publications, and media outlets. Create and maintain a Community Engagement calendar to track outreach events.
Ideal Candidate Profile:To excel in this role, the incumbent must possess strong administrative skills for creating documentation, media, platforms, and resources that support various programs. The role requires a proactive approach in liaising with stakeholders and other Bureaus/Offices to ensure effective communication and collaboration. A successful candidate will be comfortable working with both community and public safety/law enforcement partners. Strong knowledge of the Portland metro area and community safety initiatives is important for this role.
Have a question? Contact Information: Tamela Ressler, Senior Recruiter
Bureau of Human Resources
Tamela.Ressler@portlandoregon.gov
To QualifyThe following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Experience with program administration including project management and analyzing program effectiveness.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse communities, bureau staff and community organizations, in a culturally responsive and empathetic manner.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written, to present information, respond to inquiries, and create program materials and reports.
Experience utilizing Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint to perform administrative tasks.
Ability to independently manage multiple projects and schedules with accuracy and efficiency.
Applicants must also have:- The ability to pass a comprehensive police background investigation.
Preferred Qualifications
Although not required, you may have: - Two years’ experience as a community liaison, project manager, or program evaluator.
- Experience with program management and assessment within community safety.
The Recruitment ProcessSTEP 1: Apply online between 07/22/2024-08/05/2024 Required Application Materials:- Resume
- Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
Optional Application Materials:
- Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)
Do not attach any additional documents. Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process.
Do not attach materials not requested. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
STEP 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: week of 08/05/2024 - An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%.
- Your résumé and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
STEP 3: Establishment of Eligible List: week of 08/12/2024 - Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
- You have 14 days from the notice of the examination results to let us know if you disagree with your results. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.
Step 4: Selection (Interview): end of August 2024 - Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview.
- Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.
Step 5: Contingent Offer of Employment: September
Applicants who successfully pass the oral interview will receive a conditional offer for current/future vacancies which will advance you to the background investigation step.
Step 6: Background Investigation: TBD
Background Investigations for this position typically take 2-6 months to complete so you will want to plan accordingly.
The information that will be required when you complete the Personal History Statement includes:
- Employment Information (past 10 years or back to age 17)
- Residential Information (past 10 years or back to age 17)
- Financial Information
- References (8 without using the same people as coworker or supervisor references)
- Family Member Information
- Driving History
- Past/Present Drug Use and/or Controlled Substances
- Criminal History
Step 6: Start Date: TBD- A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
*Timeline is approximate and subject to change. Additional InformationClick here for additional information regarding the following:- Veteran Preference
- ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
- Work Status
- Equal Employment Opportunity
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to
- Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental)
- Carrot Fertility
- Wellness Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Short- and Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families.
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Retirement
- Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), includingcontributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer
- Family Medical Leave
- City Paid Parental Leave
AND SO MANY MORE!Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers .
Closing Date/Time: 8/5/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
