Community Engagement Team Specialist

City of Hillsboro•Or 97123, OR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Engagement Team Specialist provides technical, administrative, and research functions for programs requiring specialized training and knowledge, along with the ability to plan, coordinate, and assist with the implementation of such programs. This role operates under the supervision of an assigned supervisor, with considerable latitude for independent judgment and initiative. Supervision may be exercised over volunteer staff. The principal duties are performed in a police department environment. This is a non-exempt position and is subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The Community Engagement Team Specialist falls under the Police Program Specialist classification.

Requirements

Associate's degree in a closely related field and 3 years of experience in office administration and customer service, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Valid Driver's License and safe driving record.
Required to become Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) certified.
Must be able to pass an extensive background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Basic Mediation course may be required, based on area of assignment.

Responsibilities

Acting as liaison between department management and community, business, and public sector organizations.
Providing input to the department from outside agencies.
Identifying community attitudes and concerns.
Advising the department on public information needs and methods.
Assisting in developing and implementing community programs.
Coordinating operational logistics for major events.
Assisting with event planning and volunteer program coordination.
Designing and producing visual marketing and communication materials in support of programs or projects.
Developing concepts, graphics, logos, secondary images, and online marketing.
Creating and implementing quality web and social media content, including researching and writing feature stories, articles, and other document types about a program, event, or project for both internal and external audiences.
Working with community members, advisory groups, businesses, etc., to determine needs and increase participation in community events.
Identifying community problems, developing and implementing short and long-range solutions/prevention programs to address the challenges.
Providing security assessments, crime prevention and safety education to individuals, neighborhoods, businesses, and community groups.
Engaging in activities involving marketing, communications, project management, and providing creative solutions in problem-solving.