Community Relations Specialist

City of Chandler • Chandler, AZ

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Chandler Police Department, Operational Support Bureau is seeking qualified individuals for the role of Community Relations Specialist. This is a full-time, exempt position that provides direct support to the Police Chief and command staff. The role assists with precinct-level crime prevention initiatives and projects aimed at enhancing public safety. The anticipated work schedule is Tuesday – Friday, 8am – 6pm.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED supplemented by some college coursework.
• At least 3 years of prior work experience in administrative support that includes public contact.
• Must be able to attain a DPS Terminal Operator Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Must be able to attain a Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) Instructor Certification within 1-year of hire.
• Must be able to attain an Arizona POST General Instructor Certification within 1-year of hire.
• Must possess or be able to attain a valid Arizona driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work will be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Former or Retired POST Certified Peace Officers are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and promotes Community Programs such as: Chandler Police Citizen’s Academy, R.A.D., Youth Programs, Crime Prevention activities.
• Updates website, manages communication throughout duration of programs, recruits and screens participants.
• Proactively contacts multi-family housing communities about crime trends.
• Engages with homeowners associations related to crime prevention.
• Performs administrative planning for community programs.
• Manages the Chandler Police C3 Multi-housing program, including processing registrations, inspections, and yearly renewals.
• Provides educational information on crime prevention.
• Responds to community inquiries.
• Interacts with community members while representing the Police Department at displays within the community.
• Engages in impromptu interactions with community members, groups, leaders, businesses, and organizations.
• Maintains files and creates, maintains, and updates databases relevant to crime prevention (e.g., budget management programs, spreadsheets, report writing programs, presentation platforms like Excel, Canva, PowerPoint, report redaction software, Oracle).
• Develops and enhances professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepares memorandums and other correspondence and documents.
• Coordinates course instruction for a variety of classes.

Benefits

• Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
• 3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage
• Accrue 122 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• 12 paid holidays per year, plus Winter Break at the end of the year
• Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
• City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation
• Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance up to $5,250 annually
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
• Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED